Northrop Grumman Visits Bowie State for Cyber Security Day

MEDIA CONTACT: Jonathan Saxon, jsaxon@bowiestate.edu, 301-860-3607

(BOWIE, Md.) – Bowie State University hosted Northrop Grumman for an information session to mark Cybersecurity Day. Cybersecurity professionals from one of the country’s top defense contractors gathered for a keynote address and panel discussion to share their experiences and give students interested in working in cybersecurity guidance on how to enter the field.

This was Northrop Grumman’s first time hosting an information session on Bowie State’s campus. Dozens of students eagerly filled the tables of the Wiseman Ballroom to see what they could learn. Some of the key points for students included being willing to take on the difficult challenges, continuing to learn and sharpen skills and managing brand and reputation.

Yeneneh Ketema, the senior principal diversity programs lead, was excited for the turnout and said it’s important for Northrop Grumman to increase the diversity of its recruitment channels.

“That is something that we’re keen on growing and developing,” said Yeneneh. “Different perspectives allow you to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Anything we can do to help these students define possible in their future, that’s what it’s about.”

Northrop Grumman’s visit coincided with National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is observed during October. During the month, government agencies, tech companies and other organizations highlight the importance of cybersecurity by promoting the most current information about threats to digital networks and the best practices for combatting intrusions from hostile actors.

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