Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) and Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) will bring together cybersecurity experts, educators, students, and industry professionals for Cybersecurity Symposium 2026: Empowering the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders on Thursday, October 29, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the RCSJ–Cumberland Campus, Luciano Center, 3322 College Drive, Vineland.
The half-day symposium will explore the technologies, challenges, and career opportunities shaping the future of cybersecurity. Experts representing higher education, government, and industry will share their perspectives on protecting today’s increasingly connected digital world while introducing attendees to the skills and careers that will help secure its future.
Featured topics will include network security, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, firewall management, and data encryption and protection.
As artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies continue to transform the digital landscape, the symposium will provide participants with an opportunity to learn about evolving cybersecurity practices and discover the growing range of education and career pathways available in cybersecurity and information technology.
Speakers include:
• Kay Prashad, chief information officer at Cooper University Health Care.
• Patricia Tamburelli, NJCCIC cyber training education specialist.
• Sean-Alexander Edwards, system engineer in cybersecurity at AS&T – Lockheed Martin.
• Dwayne Watkins, Sr. Supervisor, Call/Information Center & Adjunct Professor at RCSJ – Cumberland Campus.
Special Invitation to High Schools and Educators: Area high school students and educators are especially encouraged to attend and experience firsthand the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity.
The symposium will offer students an opportunity to learn directly from industry leaders, explore cybersecurity careers and discover pathways to higher education and in-demand technology fields.
For educators, the event provides an opportunity to connect classroom learning with rapidly changing workforce needs and introduce students to the range of academic and professional opportunities available in cybersecurity and related technology fields.
Whether students are already considering careers in cybersecurity or are just beginning to explore their interests in technology, Cybersecurity Symposium 2026 is designed to help them learn, connect, and become inspired by the possibilities ahead.
The event reflects a shared commitment by RCSJ and RCBC to help prepare the next generation of professionals to protect our digital future.
Questions about the symposium may be directed to Professor Anthony Haddad at ahaddad@rcsj.edu or 856-200-4541.
