Welcome to The Florida Center for Cybersecurity at the University of South Florida, also known as Cyber Florida at USF. Cyber Florida at USF is a state-funded organization to position Florida as a national leader in cybersecurity through education, research, and outreach. Working across the public and private sectors, we lead workforce development and education programs that expand access and create new pathways to cyber careers, advance and foster cutting-edge applied research, and conduct outreach to enhance the cyber safety and resiliency of Florida’s citizens, businesses, and organizations.

LATEST NEWS

  • 5th Annual Putts & PD Event

    07.31.25

  • On the Road with FirstLine: Summer 2025

    07.29.25

  • Career Launch Series: From SOCAP to Google

    07.29.25

  • CyberBay Summit to Spark the Next Digital Defense Movement

    07.15.25

FEATURED EVENT SERIES

Virtual Cybersecurity Workshop for Critical Infrastructure

Virtual Cybersecurity Workshop for Critical Infrastructure

Cyber Florida’s Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Workshop brings together public-sector leaders, IT professionals, and emergency managers to tackle real-world cyber threats facing Florida’s essential services. 

  • Receive actionable recommendations for enhancing compliance with Florida Statute 282.318
  • See an overview of Cyber Florida’s no-cost solutions and services to strengthen your organization’s cyber defenses.
  • Engage in an exciting tabletop exercise hosted by the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NUARI)
  • August 27, 2025

  • 8:30 AM – 12:00 Noon

  • Virtual

  • Free

FEATURED REPORT

The Search for the Cyber Unicorn

Every industry event echoes the same frustration—employers can’t find the right cybersecurity talent, and eager candidates can’t even get an interview. Is the mythical “cyber unicorn”—the perfect entry-level hire with advanced skills and experience—just that, a myth? Read on to learn what’s really happening in cybersecurity hiring.

LATEST PODCAST EPISODES

  • LATEST EPISODE: Kurt Sanger — Former Lead Attorney at U.S. Cyber Command, Cyber Law Strategist, and Appreciator of Mad Men Hats

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