CyberCat IRT Project - 2024
The Montana Army National Guard’s (MTARNG) Defensive Cyber Operations Element (DCOE) provided training, cyber familiarization, and a resilience review report to Montana State University (MSU) faculty, staff, students, and Guard leadership on Sept. 5-6 in Bozeman, Montana. This initiative was part of the Innovative Readiness Training program, with this IRT project dubbed “CyberCat”.
Ryan Knutson, MSU Vice President of Information Technology, praised the training, saying, “This joint effort was a valuable opportunity for both our cybersecurity students and IT staff. Collaborating with the Montana National Guard allowed us to enhance our skills in a constantly evolving field.”
Lt. Col. Tony Lecce, DCOE Mission Command Supervisor, added, “We were able to provide this training at no cost to MSU, thanks to federal funding, saving approximately $383,500. The experience was invaluable for our soldiers, offering real-world scenarios that can’t be replicated in a lab setting.”
The MTARNG has openings in information technology, signal, and cyber career fields across Montana. These roles offer industry-standard training, certifications, and great benefits. For more information, contact a local recruiter or call 406-324-3164.