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Security Awareness Training

Center for Cybersecurity – Security Awareness Training At the Center for Cybersecurity, we believe that protecting information is everyone’s responsibility—not just the job of IT professionals. That’s why we offer security awareness training for the general public, designed to help individuals, businesses, and community organizations strengthen their defenses against cyber threats. What We Offer Our […]

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Red Team

¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Red Team The ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Red Team is the centerpiece of ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½â€™s hands-on cybersecurity education. Formed through MIS 483 – Advanced Ethical Hacking, serving on the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Red Team provides students with a unique opportunity to step into the role of ethical hackers and conduct full-scale security assessments for real clients in the Peoria […]

Cybersecurity Clinic

Center for Cybersecurity – ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Cybersecurity Clinic The ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Cybersecurity Clinic is a student-run initiative dedicated to strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of Central Illinois. Our mission is twofold: to provide hands-on learning opportunities for ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ students and to offer valuable security support to local organizations that may not otherwise have access to professional resources. What […]

Cyber 100

Center for Cybersecurity – Cyber 100 Cyber 100 is an exclusive, one-day cybersecurity event hosted by the Center for Cybersecurity at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½. This program introduces high school students to the exciting and ever-evolving field of cybersecurity, providing hands-on experiences, expert insights, and a real-world cybersecurity competition. This year, Cyber 100 will be held on […]

Services

Services The Center for Cybersecurity offers a variety of consulting and training services to the local community. ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Cybersecurity Clinic The ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ Cybersecurity Clinic provides hands-on assistance to local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations seeking to improve their cybersecurity posture. Through faculty guidance and student involvement, the Clinic offers services such as vulnerability assessments, risk […]

BSides Peoria

BSides Peoria The Center for Cybersecurity has hosted the BSides Peoria cybersecurity conference at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ since its establishment by the Illinois Cyber Foundation in 2023. Each BSides is a community-driven framework for building events for and by information security community members. The goal is to expand the spectrum of conversation beyond the traditional confines of […]

Educator Resources

Educator Resources The Center for Cybersecurity at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ is committed to supporting educators who inspire the next generation of cyber professionals. Our Educator Resources page brings together trusted organizations, ready-to-use curriculum, engaging course activities, national competitions, and professional development opportunities designed to strengthen cybersecurity education at all levels. Whether you are a K–12 teacher […]

Student Resources

Student Resources The Center for Cybersecurity at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ provides students with a wide range of resources to support their academic growth, career development, and engagement in the cybersecurity community. From practical guides and career services to student-led organizations, these opportunities help students build valuable technical skills, connect with peers and professionals, and prepare for […]

Resources

Resources The Center for Cybersecurity is dedicated to preparing the next generation of cybersecurity leaders while supporting the educators who guide them. Our resources are designed to provide both students and teachers with practical learning opportunities, tools, and connections to the broader cybersecurity community. Student Resources Students at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½â€”and beyond—can access hands-on experiences that […]

Cybersecurity Film Series

Cybersecurity Film Series In 2019, the Center for Cybersecurity began highlighting important cybersecurity issues through documentary films as part of its inaugural Cybersecurity Film Series. Films are shown throughout October in conjunction with Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Students, faculty, staff, and members of the community are welcome to attend any showing. After each film, attendees are […]