UC Hosts Inaugural Cybersecurity Career Fair

Over 350 students from 10 universities attended the event.

Mar. 24, 2026 at 12:32am

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The University of Cincinnati hosted its first-ever cybersecurity career fair on February 24th, drawing over 350 students from 10 area higher education institutions to Nippert Stadium's North Lounge. The event was organized by UC's College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies in partnership with the Cincinnati chapter of the Information Systems Security Association, responding to student demand for targeted recruiting opportunities in UC's cybersecurity programs.

Why it matters

As cybersecurity threats continue to grow, there is high demand for skilled professionals in the field. This career fair provided a valuable opportunity for students interested in cybersecurity to connect with potential employers and learn about internship and job opportunities.

The details

The inaugural cybersecurity career fair featured a range of companies and organizations looking to recruit UC students for cybersecurity roles. Students were able to network with representatives, learn about different career paths, and explore internship and full-time job openings.

  • The career fair took place on February 24, 2026.

The players

University of Cincinnati

A public research university located in Cincinnati, Ohio.

College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies

A college within the University of Cincinnati that focuses on cooperative education and professional studies programs.

Information Systems Security Association (Cincinnati chapter)

A professional organization for individuals involved in the field of information security.

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What’s next

The University of Cincinnati plans to host the cybersecurity career fair annually in response to the high level of student and employer interest.

The takeaway

This successful inaugural cybersecurity career fair demonstrates the growing demand for skilled professionals in the field and UC's commitment to providing students with valuable career development opportunities.