Springfield, MA · Union Station

DEFENDING
THE DIGITAL
FRONTIER

Western Massachusetts' state-of-the-art cybersecurity training and education facility — empowering students, businesses, municipalities, and communities to meet the challenges of an evolving threat landscape.

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6K Square Feet
5+ Partner Colleges
200+ Students Served
$4.5M Federal Investment
Conference Center at Union Station
2024
Year Opened
About the CCE

BUILT FOR
THE REGION

The Richard E. Neal Cybersecurity Center of Excellence is not just a hub for students — it's a vibrant community resource designed to support and empower local businesses, government agencies, and community members facing evolving cybersecurity challenges.

Cyber Range

Immersive, realistic threat simulation environments powered by Immersive Labs.

Security Operations Center

Real-time threat detection and response support for MA municipalities.

Community Outreach

Workshops, events, and programs for all skill levels and backgrounds.

Internship Pipeline

CyberTrust-partnered internships connecting students with real-world projects.

Our Spaces

WORLD-CLASS
FACILITIES

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THE RANGE

Our flagship Cyber Range powered by Immersive Labs — realistic attack and defense scenarios for students and professionals at every level.

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SOC

Security Operations Center with cutting-edge monitoring tools — hands-on experience detecting, analyzing, and responding to live cyber threats.

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CONFERENCE CENTER

Flexible event space for workshops, seminars, summits, and hackathons — designed to foster collaboration among cybersecurity professionals.

What We Offer

PROGRAMS &
SERVICES

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ACADEMIC TRAINING

Degree and certificate programs in cybersecurity, programming, computer systems engineering, and digital forensics — in partnership with STCC and consortium colleges.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

Cyber range testing, vulnerability assessments, incident response planning, and advisory services for small businesses, nonprofits, and municipal governments.

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Workshops, webinars, and awareness events accessible to all skill levels — with special emphasis on underrepresented communities and digital equity.

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INTERNSHIP PIPELINE

Hands-on internships with CyberTrust Massachusetts — real-world projects, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and a direct path to employment.

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VETERAN PROGRAMS

Specialized training in partnership with Barnes Air National Guard Base and Westover Air Reserve Base to support service members transitioning to civilian cyber careers.

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MUNICIPAL DEFENSE

Real-time threat monitoring and cybersecurity support services for Massachusetts municipalities — strengthening the Commonwealth's cyber resilience from Western MA outward.

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Academic & Government Partners
Springfield Technical Community College
Elms College
Bay Path University
UMass Amherst
Western New England University
Springfield College
CyberTrust Massachusetts
MassCyberCenter
MassTech Collaborative
Barnes Air National Guard Base
Westover Air Reserve Base
Springfield Redevelopment Authority
Upcoming Events

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COMMUNITY

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Jun 05
Webinar Series
Privacy, Compliance & Cybersecurity for Small Business
Virtual · 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
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Jun 18
Meetup
Western Mass Cybersecurity Meetup — June Edition
Union Station · Springfield, MA
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Jul 10
Workshop
Cyber Range Open Training Day — Community Access
CCE · Union Station · Springfield, MA
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Aug 22
Conference
Western Mass Cybersecurity Summit 2025
Union Station · Springfield, MA
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READY TO
STRENGTHEN
YOUR DEFENSES?

Whether you're a student, business owner, municipality, or community member — the CCE has a program for you.

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