CyberBay
Tampa Bay’s Center of Excellence for Cybersecurity & AI
Uniting industry, government, education, and innovation to strengthen cybersecurity, advance emerging technologies, and protect our digital future.
We’re just getting started
Welcome to CyberBay: the nation’s epicenter for cybersecurity and AI innovation—uniting world-class higher education, military partnership, and private-sector excellence to protect our nation’s digital borders. Powered by the University of South Florida, Cyber Florida, Bellini Capital, the USF Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity, and Computing, and the USF Institute for AI+X, CyberBay is where talent, technology, and national security converge to build the future of digital defense.
Convene
Educate
We transform theory into tactical advantage. Through the CyberBay Survey and the USF Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity, and Computing, we provide the job-ready insights and hands-on training necessary to close the talent gap. Our mission is to elevate education as a strategic asset, empowering small businesses and multinational enterprises alike with the knowledge to navigate a fast-changing threat landscape.
Connect
CyberBay is where talent meets technology. We bridge the gap between emerging startups, venture capital, and established cybersecurity leaders to foster a culture of open collaboration. From our “Democratizing Cybersecurity” Innovation Challenge to our regional mentorship programs, we connect every layer of the ecosystem to ensure scalable, AI-augmented defenses are accessible to every organization, regardless of size.
CyberBay Summit
The gathering point for the leaders shaping Tampa Bay’s cyber and AI future.
The CyberBay Summit is where public and private sector leaders, educators, founders, military partners, and innovators come together to share insights, build relationships, and create momentum for the region.
- Hear from experts driving cybersecurity and AI strategy
- Meet decision-makers across government, academia, and industry
- Discover opportunities to collaborate, sponsor, and engage year-round
Working Groups
Year-round collaboration built to move ideas into execution.
CyberBay Working Groups extend the energy of the summit into focused, ongoing collaboration. These groups help transform research, dialogue, and shared priorities into practical solutions for the region’s cyber and AI ecosystem.
- Turn CyberBay insights into real-world action
- Create collaboration across academia, industry, and government
- Support innovation, workforce growth, and problem-solving at scale
CyberBay Survey
Data-backed insight for organizations navigating today’s cyber landscape.
The CyberBay survey highlights the factors that influence cybersecurity implementation, organizational priorities, cyber insurance, industry pressures, and program maturity. It gives leaders a clearer view of what is driving stronger cyber outcomes and where meaningful gaps still exist.
Leadership commitment matters.
Organizations that prioritize cybersecurity internally tend to implement stronger programs.
External influences matter.
Regulations, insurance expectations, and professional networks can help drive adoption and accountability.
Commitment beats company size.
Strong internal alignment is often a better predictor of action than scale alone.
Ready to get involved with CyberBay?
Attend the summit, explore sponsorship, join a working group, or connect with the people building Tampa Bay’s future in cybersecurity and AI.