CyberUp | Elevating Cybersecurity Careers

Creating accessible pathways to cybersecurity, empowering individuals and transforming communities. 

Our Story

Transforming lives through cybersecurity training and workforce development. 

Founded in 2015, CyberUp began with a simple mission: to make cybersecurity careers accessible to everyone. Today, we serve communities across the country–partnering with schools and employers to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity. 

From humble beginnings with a single program to now offering comprehensive training, youth education, and apprenticeships, our story is one of growth, resilience, and impact.

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CyberUp was originally founded as Midwest Cyber Center of Excellence.

Our Mission & Vision

Mission — To elevate the cybersecurity workforce by igniting curiosity, developing talent, and transforming career pathways. 

Vision — To make the cybersecurity industry a better reflection of the world we live in.

Our Core Values

People Centric — We focus on creating an environment where individuals feel supported, included, and empowered to achieve their potential. 

Innovative — We encourage creativity, adaptability, and openness to new ideas while pushing boundaries for transformative solutions. 

Authenticity — Transparency, sincerity, and a commitment to doing the right thing guide our actions every day.

Our Impact

Creating real opportunities, empowering individuals, and transforming communities. 

At CyberUp, we strive to create accessible pathways into cybersecurity careers, but our impact goes far beyond numbers. We empower individuals, uplift communities, and develop talent that keeps our digital world secure. Take a look at the difference we’re making, one student, one apprentice, and one community at a time. 

Youth Ignited

2,500+ K-12 students reached through youth education programs. 

Candidates Trained

600+ LevelUp Training candidates trained.

Apprenticeships Completed

95% of apprentices have launched careers in cybersecurity.

Our Programs

Comprehensive initiatives to create opportunities in cybersecurity. 

CyberUp’s programs are designed to inspire, develop, and transform. From igniting curiosity in young students to providing career-changing training and hands-on apprenticeships, we’re building a cybersecurity workforce that reflects the world we live in. Explore our initiatives and discover how we’re making cybersecurity careers accessible to all. 

PowerUp Youth Education

Igniting curiosity in K-12 students by introducing them to the basics of cybersecurity and online safety. 

LevelUp Training

Developing motivated individuals into cybersecurity professionals through tuition-free training and certifications. 

Apprenticeships

Transforming workforce development through on-the-job training and ongoing mentorship. 

Our parteners in success:

First Bank The SAIGH Foundation Versant Health Washington University in St. Louis SingleWave Technologies NISA Foundation Arctic Wolf Webster University Centene Corporation CITI Foundation PwC Gateway to Innovation Enterprise Holdings Boeing Enterprise Mobility Peabody Energy Edward Jones SSM Health Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Meet the Team

The passionate individuals dedicated to empowering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. 

Tony-Bryan-Executive Director of CyberUp
Tony Bryan
Executive Director
Amber_Lowry Chief of Staff
Amber Lowry
Chief of Staff
Bailey-Rinella Director of Apprenticeship and Training
Bailey Rinella
Director of Apprenticeship and training
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Christina Angle
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Rachel-Bracker Youth Program Manager-1
Rachel Bracker
Youth Program Manager
Dillon Jareo Business Relationship Manager
Dillon Jareo
Business Relationship manager
Ian Strate, Marketing Communications Manager
Ian Strate
MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Kyauna Campbell LevelUp Training Coordinator
Kyauna Campbell
Training Coordinator
Karen Sconyers Operations Coordinator-1
Karen Sconyers
Operations Coordinator
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Our Board Members

Board President, Alan Berry
Alan Berry
board president
Board Vice President, Eddie Williams
Eddie Williams
Board vice president
Board Secretary, Andrew Wilder
Andrew Wilder
board secretary
Board Treasurer, Rik Boren
Rik Boren
board treasurer
Board Member, Erica Wilson
Erica Wilson
Board Member, Chris Hogan
Chris Hogan
Board Member, Suda Suvarna
Suda Suvarna
 
Board Member, Renita Rhodes
Renita Rhoades
Board Member, Kris Crichton
Kris Crichton
Board Member, Alexandra Matthiesen
Alexandra Matthiesen
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Mark Manglicmot
Board Member, Jasmine Ownes
Jasmine Owens
Board Member, Jack Chassaing
Jack Chassaing
Board Member, Megan Easton
Megan Easton
Board Member, Roftiel Constantine
Roftiel Constantine
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