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Creating Our
CYBER
FUTURE

Vision

The Mississippi Cyber Initiative is a statewide collaboration network.

We're here to develop a workforce for the state to prosper in our future, technology-driven economy.

Our Vision

CONNECT
TRAIN
GROW

Mission

  1. Provide statewide leadership in developing a cybersecurity workforce for Mississippi
  2. Create a business environment to develop and attract advanced technology industry
  3. Aid in cybersecurity support for state and federal partners

Our Mission

Partners

Mississippi State University

MSU serves as the MCI lead, working with entities across the state to maximize participation and collaboration.

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Partners

Keesler Air Force Base

With direct responsibility for training the Air Force and Department of Defense's cyber force, Keesler Air Force Base graduates approximately 8,700 cyber professionals per year.

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Partners

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

MGCCC is home to well-established cyber an IT programs that are needed to prepare the cyber workforce.

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Partners

University of Southern Mississippi

USM operates academic and research programs in computer science and cybersecurity, with programs available on the university’s Hattiesburg and coastal campuses.

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Facilities

Cyber Ecosystem

MGCCC Harrison County Campus

In addressing the cybersecurity needs of our state and our nation, this training environment sets a stage to practice cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures in a perpetual simulated cyber platform.

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Facilities

Digital Forensics Lab

MGCCC Harrison County Campus

Launched in partnership with the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation, the Digital Forensics Lab serves as a regional hub and resource for law enforcement agencies investigating crimes with a digital component.

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Facilities

Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center

Located adjacent to Keesler Air Force Base, the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center will serve as MCI headquarters.

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