CyberproAI, in collaboration with its immersive cyber simulation platform Cympire, has partnered with Ivy Tech Community College South Bend-Elkhart to provide students with hands-on, real-world cybersecurity training aligned with workforce demands.
CyberproAI, in collaboration with its immersive cyber simulation platform Cympire, has partnered with Ivy Tech Community College South Bend-Elkhart to provide students with hands-on, real-world cybersecurity training aligned with workforce demands.
Following the successful collaborations with Ivy Tech’s Valparaiso and Lake County campuses, this new partnership further strengthens Ivy Tech’s commitment to preparing students for the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.
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Through this collaboration, students will engage with dynamic, interactive labs, exercises, and military-grade cyber attack simulators, gaining essential skills that bridge academic learning with practical workforce demands. The advanced Cyber Range, powered by Cympire, provides a fully immersive, gamified environment that replicates real-world cyber threats — equipping students with the confidence and technical expertise needed to excel in the field.
“At CyberproAI, we are driven by our mission to empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with practical, job-ready skills,” said Oron Mincha, GM North America at CyberproAI. “Partnering with Ivy Tech South Bend-Elkhart extends our reach and impact in Indiana, helping even more students prepare for meaningful, in-demand careers.”
This partnership was made possible thanks to the leadership and dedication of Violet Hawkins, Dean for Business and Information Technology at Ivy Tech Community College South Bend-Elkhart. Her commitment to providing students with forward-thinking, industry-relevant training opportunities has been instrumental in making this initiative a reality.
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“Ivy Tech South Bend/Elkhart is excited to expand our cybersecurity offerings in collaboration with CyberproAI and Cympire,” said Hawkins. “Through this partnership, our students will gain unparalleled access to advanced simulations and training resources that will set them apart in competitive job market.”
Cybersecurity threats are growing faster than the workforce can keep up, and in South Bend–Elkhart, there is a demand gap for over 100 new workers annually.
