Discover Your Path in Tech
Develop your technical skills and gain experience in one of Germanna’s dynamic Computer and Information Technology (CIT) degree programs. From coding to cybersecurity, we’ve got your future in tech covered.
Learn From the Best
Germanna is designated as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Education and Cyber Defense, co-sponsored by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security. In the Germanna cybersecurity program, you will learn from faculty who are experts in the industry and dedicated to your success.
CIT Programs
Find detailed program information and course requirements in the College Catalog, or explore the catalog via the pathways below.
Master the art of code, networks, and systems. Explore databases, forensics, programming, web development, and more. Build the skills that power innovation and launch your tech career.
How to get started
1. Become a Germanna student
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Applying to Germanna is quick, easy, and always free.
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100% Online Degrees
At Germanna, we tailor learning to fit your life. Our College Everywhere students earn their transferable associate degrees in 12 or 18 months—through a fully online curriculum.
Explore College Everywhere programs include Cybersecurity, Advanced Networking, and more.
Meet Our Faculty
Larry Adams
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity
ladams@germanna.edu
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- M.S., Harvard University
- Ed.D. (A.B.D.), M.S., M.B.A., Shenandoah University
- B.S., Shepherd University
Brenda Anderson-Diggs
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity; Point of Contact, Germanna Information System Technologies Cyber Center
banderson-diggs@germanna.edu
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- M.S., University of Maryland Global Campus
- B.S., University of Mary Washington
Clayton Calvert
Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity
ccalvert@germanna.edu
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- M.S., University of Mary Washington
- B.S., University of Mary Washington
- A.A.&S., Germanna Community College
Terry Levoy
Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity
tlevoy@germanna.edu
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- M.S., Air Force Institute of Technology
- B.B.A., Campbell University
Diana Merkel
Professor of Cybersecurity
dmerkel@germanna.edu
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- M.S., Fairleigh Dickinson University
Kelly Rudnick
Chair, Information Systems Technology;
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity
krudnick@germanna.edu
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- M.B.A., University of Mary Washington
- B.S., DeVry University
Taurus Satterwhite
Co-chair, Computer Science
tsatterwhite@germanna.edu
- M.S., Alcorn State University
- B.S., Alcorn State University
Andrea Twedt
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity
atwedt@germanna.edu
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- M.S., Liberty University
- M.S., Virginia Tech
- B.S., Virginia Tech
Advisory Board
Russell Allen
CEO/Cyber Security Architect
BSM&A Consulting
1349 Gilmore St
Fredericksburg, VA
(540) 413-6466
russell.allen1969@outlook.com
Pam Isom
CEO
IsAdvice & Consulting LLC
P.O. Box 5200
Woodbridge, VA
(720) 984-3307
pamelaisom.broadbandcouncil@gmail.com
April Harris
Assistant Program Manager
Department of the Navy
U.S. Navy Yard
Washington, DC
(540) 621-0792
April.d.harris24.civ@navy.mil
Nicole Stewart
VCCS CIO for Germanna
VCCS
Richmond, VA
(757) 272-4644
nstewart@vccs.edu
Keenan L. Allen
MSM Talent Development Coordinator
Bay Consortium Workforce Development Board
P.O. Box 1117
487 Main Street
Warsaw, VA 22572
(804) 456-6931
keenan.allen@baywib.org
April Harris
Assistant Program Manager
Department of the Navy
U.S. Navy Yard
Washington, DC
(540) 621-0792
April.d.harris24.civ@navy.mil
Cybersecurity News
The students from Germanna's Cybersecurity Club are making a positive impact in our community, local businesses, and in state and federal government. Find the club's blog posts here, as well as other College news related to information technology.
The Cybersecurity Club usually meets remotely on Tuesday evenings, with many meetings also in person. Students can register via The Grizz (login required).
