OCCoE

Welcome to the Oregon Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (OCCoE)

Established by Oregon House Bill 2049 (2023), the OCCoE represents a collaborative effort among: Portland State University, Oregon State University and University of Oregon

Our Mission:

Enhance Cybersecurity: Support the State CISO in tackling the increasing digital threats.
Innovate: Leverage cutting-edge research and solutions.
Collaborate: Unite world-renowned experts, industry leaders, and passionate students.

The mission is to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications in cybersecurity. Through collaborative educational and workforce development programs, research initiatives, industry outreach programs, and educational workshops, we aim to empower individuals, local governments, regional governments, special districts, tribal governments, educational service districts, public school districts, and other public entities with the knowledge and tools to combat cyber threats and improve their cyber resilience.

Founding members of OCCoE

Announcements & News

TSOC open announcement

TSOC (Teaching Security Operations Center) Opens at University of Oregon!

The University of Oregon’s TSOC offers high-quality cybersecurity services to organizations across Oregon at low or no cost while training the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Learn more and request services at tsoc.uoregon.edu

Email TSOC at tsoc@cs.uoregon.edu

General CBCR info

Apply for our Professional Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience

PSU offers a 12-week fully remote Professional Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience at no cost for participants in public sector organizations. Participants learn about identifying, assessing, and communicating common cyber risks, and conducting the first step in mitigating threats through a risk assessment. No technical background required!

Learn more and apply here

NW Cyber Camps 2025

NW Cyber Camps at 8 Locations this Summer

NW Cyber Camp prepares the future cybersecurity workforce by introducing Oregon high school students to jobs in this sector through weeklong summer camps designed to build skills and interest in cybersecurity careers. Spots still available at most locations including Bend, Portland-metro, and Eugene.

Visit the NW Cyber Camp website here to find a camp in your area!

CBCR Symposium 2025

Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience Graduate Symposium August 15

OCCoE is excited to celebrate the success of our graduates from the Certificate in Building Cyber Resilience program. The symposium will include grant funded project reports, speakers from public agencies, posters from graduates, and a Backdoors and Breaches activity in the afternoon.

The morning session is available virtually. Email us at occoe@pdx.edu if you’d like to attend!

past events