CyberUp | Elevating Cybersecurity Careers

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

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.

CyberUp was originally founded as Midwest Cyber Center of Excellence.

Our Story

Transforming lives through cybersecurity training and workforce development.

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.

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.

Our Impact

Creating real opportunities, empowering individuals, and transforming communities.

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.