California Cybersecurity Institute

The Noyce School of Applied Computing continues to evaluate strategic opportunities for experiential learning and industry engagement. To enhance those efforts, we have temporarily discontinued the Cybersecurity Institute and 5G Lab initiatives. This helps us reassess our priorities and align future experiential learning investments with emerging opportunities in applied computing and interdisciplinary innovation.

The work of faculty, staff, students and partners in these initiatives is invaluable in shaping important conversations about the future of applied computing at Cal Poly.

Our partnership between DxHub and AWS remains a strong priority and will continue moving forward.

Noyce remains deeply committed to expanding hands-on, Learn by Doing experiences that prepare students to lead in rapidly evolving fields. Additional updates regarding future initiatives and opportunities will be shared as planning continues.

The California Cybersecurity Institute (CCI) at California Polytechnic State University is now integrated into the Noyce School of Applied Computing, aligning its mission with this interdisciplinary hub for computing education and innovation. As part of the Noyce School, which brings together electrical engineering, computer science, and computer engineering to advance applied computing and Cal Poly’s signature “Learn by Doing” pedagogy, CCI continues to lead state and national efforts to address pressing cybersecurity challenges through workforce development, applied research, and community engagement. The Institute focuses on three core pillars—training to reskill and upskill individuals across California and beyond, accelerating hands-on opportunities for students and faculty, and empowering early cyber education to build future talent pipelines—while fostering partnerships with industry and government and developing programs like game-based learning initiatives and workforce preparation tracks such as Cleared for Success.

Space Grand Challenge

Dive into a game-based cybersecurity competition built by Cal Poly students to inspire the next generation of STEM and cyber talent through immersive, mission-driven challenges.

Space Grand Challenge

Cyber Careers

Use Journeys Map to chart a personalized pathway from where you are now to the cyber or IT career you want to pursue, complete with skills insights and guided next steps.

Cyber Careers

cleared for success

Explore a guided workforce pathway that prepares students for cybersecurity careers in the cleared space through hands-on experience and credential readiness.

cleared for success

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Discover how regional partners are expanding cybersecurity awareness, training and career pathways for Central Coast residents through coordinated programs and engagement.

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