COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKRC) – The Ohio Controlling Board approved $227,000 for the University of Cincinnati to expand the Ohio Cyber Range, a statewide cybersecurity training and testing initiative, according to State Rep. Cecil Thomas.
The funding will allow UC to purchase equipment to enhance the cyber range’s training capabilities for students, educators, government agencies and industry partners.
“This investment will help strengthen Ohio’s cybersecurity infrastructure while also preparing students and professionals for careers in a rapidly growing field,” Thomas said in a statement.
The Ohio Cyber Range is designed to provide hands-on cybersecurity training and simulated environments aimed at improving preparedness against cyber threats.
State officials said the project supports Ohio’s broader efforts to strengthen cybersecurity workforce development and public-private sector resilience.
