Metro State University recently hosted a one-and-a-half day AI and Cybersecurity workshop in partnership with Fordham University. The event brought together faculty from Metro State’s Computer Science and Cybersecurity Department, along with several graduate students, to explore how artificial intelligence can transform cybersecurity education and practice.
As cyber threats grow in complexity, AI is becoming a vital tool for defense, detection, and response. This workshop gave participants the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with AI applications in cybersecurity while also preparing to integrate these approaches into coursework and research.
The workshop featured a series of applied modules, including:
- Machine Learning for Threat Detection
- Deep Learning for Malware Analysis
- AI in Phishing and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Adversarial Machine Learning
- AI for Incident Response and Forensics
By the conclusion of the workshop, Metro State faculty were prepared to enhance existing courses with AI-for-Cybersecurity modules, while graduate students benefited from direct exposure to emerging tools and methods shaping the future of the field.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Dr. Thaier Hayajneh and his team for their leadership and collaboration in making this workshop possible.
Reflecting on the workshop’s impact, Dr. Faisal Kaleem shared:
“At Metro State, we are committed to ensuring that our students and faculty are not left behind in the AI–Cyber race. With several AI and machine learning courses already in place, we are positioning our students to graduate as innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders in the cybersecurity workforce. Preparing tomorrow’s cyber defenders with today’s AI tools.”