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Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Operations, Research and Engagement (C.O.R.E.)

About Us:

We are proud to be designated by the National Security Agency as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). This prestigious designation recognizes our institution's commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education and research. Learn more about NCAE-C Program

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Our Mission:

Our mission is to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through:

  • Rigorous academic programs
  • Hands-on training
  • Cutting-edge research initiatives
  • Meaningful community engagement

Faculty and Staff

CAE-CD Program of Study:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cybersecurity

POS IT Cybersecurity Track

B.S. in Information Technology - Cybersecurity Track Program Requirements

Student Cyber Security Activities
Our student organization offers a wide range of cybersecurity activities, trainings, and competitions. Recently we have been participating in various national and regional cyber competitions. 

Association for Business Information Technology Students

Current and upcoming events

National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition

Midwest Regional CCDC

Advisory Board
Board Member Company
Dan Cobb Springfield Innovate, Inc.
Thomas Douglas JMARK
Michael Goolsby Jack Henry & Associates
Mike Green

Trellix

Kelly Laurie City Utilities
Andy Lukavich Walmart
Brianne Madura Prime, Inc
Stephanie O'Connor City Utilities
Stuart Scarborough Exegy
Nicole Lelm AECI
Cybersecurity Training and News

For more information, please contact:

Center point of contact (POC):

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Location
Glass Hall 359
Telephone
417-836-4131
Relay Missouri
711 or 800-735-2966
Email
itc@missouristate.edu
Address
Missouri State University
c/o Dr. Zhiguo Yang
Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Operations, Research and Engagement (CAE - C.O.R.E)
901 S National Ave., Springfield, MO, 65897
Springfield, MO 65897
Website address
ITC.MissouriState.edu/cae-core