San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE)

The San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the cybersecurity landscape in San Diego, California. It brings together businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies to tackle cybersecurity challenges and promote workforce development. CCOE aims to position San Diego as a global leader in cybersecurity innovation through collaboration and resource-sharing. CCOE's initiatives include workforce development programs that diversify the cybersecurity talent pipeline, public-private partnerships with entities like NAVWAR and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and research efforts that guide policy and innovation. The organization also supports community cyber resilience through incident response initiatives. CCOE collaborates with over 50 partners, including government agencies, academic institutions, and industry leaders, to strengthen the regional cyber economy and address emerging threats.