Western Mass Cybersecurity Conference

When: 10/9/25, 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Richard E. Neal Cybersecurity Center of Excellence at Union Station, Springfield

The half-day conference, themed “Secure Our World,” brings top cybersecurity experts to Springfield, offering the same quality programming you’d find in Boston without the long drive or high costs.

“Why head to Boston when world-class cybersecurity expertise is right in your backyard?” organizers say. "Stay local, learn from the best and support our region’s growing cybersecurity community.”

Featured Speakers and Experts

• Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) Faculty Experts
• Center for Internet Security
• Mass Cyber Center
• And more to be announced

Event Highlights

• Completely FREE to attend
• Save money on travel, tolls and parking compared to Boston conferences
• Save time by avoiding Pike traffic and staying local
• Support the local economy by showcasing Springfield’s cybersecurity talent
• Expert learning and training from regional and national leaders

The event is designed for college and high school students, small and medium businesses, nonprofits and members of the general public.

Attendees will enjoy dedicated in-person networking time with cybersecurity professionals, students and business leaders. For those who cannot attend in person, the event will be live-streamed and recorded, with sessions available afterward on YouTube.