MD EARN Grant to Support Cyber Security Training

Exposure to cyber threat poses a significant risk to businesses, and data breaches can cause massive damage for small businesses in particular, who are the #1 target for cybercriminals. As the use of technology increases, so does the risk. Businesses will need to respond with aggressive risk mitigation strategies. According to Economic Modeling, LLC (EMSI), the demand for Cyber Security Analysts in Maryland grew 59% from 2014 -2019 and forecasts predict continued growth over the next 5 years.

Transmosis is a company that is preparing Maryland’s Cyber Security workforce to meet growing industry needs, in partnership with the EARN Maryland Program. As noted on their website, Transmosis is a nationally recognized cybersecurity workforce developer that enables American workers to develop new careers in the rapidly growing information security industry. With a history of industry partnership and workforce development, Transmosis is expanding its innovative Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst Training Program to assist Marylanders in launching new careers in this rapidly growing industry.

Beginning in September, a new cohort of students with an existing background in IT or networking will work through approximately 4-6 months of rigorous cyber training. The program will provide SOC Analyst training and prepare students to acquire the Comp TIA Security+ credential. During the second phase of the program, students will participate in an externship to gain real-world experience and operate in live environments on the latest A.I. and machine learning software. Through the EARN MD partnership, Transmosis is able to provide scholarships for students valued at approximately $10,000. See this press release for more information about this grant award.

EARN Maryland is a state-funded, competitive workforce development grant program that is industry-led, regional in focus, and a proven strategy for helping businesses cultivate the skilled workforce they need to compete. It is flexible and innovative, designed to ensure that Maryland employers have the talent they need to compete and grow in an ever-changing 21st-century economy. With initiatives operating across the state in a number of high-growth/high-demand industries including IT, Bio-Health, Manufacturing, Health Care, and Transportation, businesses can access a talented workforce by connecting with any of the EARN programs. Learn more about the EARN program and its potential value for your business.

Maryland employers that are interested in connecting with graduates of the SOC Analyst training can send a message to employers@transmosis.com.

To learn more about cyber threat risks for business, read this Assessment of Business Cyber Risk report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.