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

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.

WORLD-CLASS
FACILITIES

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PROGRAMS &
SERVICES

01
ACADEMIC TRAINING

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

02
BUSINESS SERVICES

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

03
COMMUNITY OUTREACH

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

04
INTERNSHIP PIPELINE

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

05
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.

06
MUNICIPAL DEFENSE

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

Academic & Government Partners

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COMMUNITY

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Sep 01
Meetup
Western Mass Cybersecurity Meetup - September Edition
In-Person · 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Oct 06
Meetup
Western Mass Cybersecurity Meetup - October Edition
In-Person · 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Oct 14
Workshop
Small & Medium Business Workshop: Tabletop Exercise & Incident Response Planning
With the SBDC · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
Oct 20
Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month — Statewide Programming
CCE & Partner Ranges Across Massachusetts

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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