Our Mission
The mission of the Ohio Cyber Reserve is to Assist, Educate, and Respond as directed by the Governor of the State of Ohio and the Adjutant General using fully trained and validated cyber teams.
Assist Ohio with cyber audits, network surveys, and network security sustainment planning using the NIST Framework as a guide.
Educate the current and next generation of professionals, creating and developing interest in cybersecurity throughout the state of Ohio.
Our Vision and Values
Ready today, protecting tomorrow
Guiding Values- Accountability
- Commitment
- Excellence
Contact Us
For further information, please email requests to ohiocyberreserve@ucmail.uc.edu
Craig W. Baker
Program Administrator
Ohio Cyber Reserve
The OhCR needs you
Our Partners
The Ohio Adjutant General
The Adjutant General is a member of the Ohio Governor’s cabinet and is responsible for the command of the Ohio Army National Guard, Ohio Air National Guard, Ohio Military Reserve and Ohio Naval Militia.
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Ohio Cyber Collaboration Committee - OC3
The OC3 mission is to provide a collaborative environment to develop a stronger cybersecurity infrastructure and workforce.
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Ohio Homeland Security
Ohio Homeland Security (OHS) is a Division of the Ohio Department of Public Safety. The main function of OHS is to analyze and share information, awareness, and vulnerabilities, and to develop strategies to prevent, prepare for, and protect against terrorism and other threats to public safety.
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Ohio Department of Public Safety
The Ohio Department of Public Safety touches millions of Ohioans with a core mission centered on the principles of safety, service and protection. We strive to fulfill our mission by preserving the safety and well-being of all citizens with the most cost-effective and service-oriented methods available.
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Ohio Department of Administrative Services
The engine of state government, providing innovative solutions and supporting the efficient operation of state agencies, boards and commissions.
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Ohio Department of Education
The Ohio Department of Education is a diverse team of passionate, education-focused professionals dedicated to fulfilling the vision established in Each Child, Our Future, Ohio’s strategic plan for education.
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Ohio Department of Higher Education
The Ohio Department of Higher Education oversees higher education for the state. The agency’s responsibilities include authorizing new degree programs, managing state-funded financial aid programs and developing and advocating policies to maximize higher education’s contributions to the state and its citizens.
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Ohio Emergency Management Agency
This Ohio Emergency Operations Plan (Ohio EOP) establishes a framework through which State of Ohio Agencies and other designated non-state agencies assist local jurisdictions to respond to and recover from disasters that affect the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Ohio.
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Ohio State Highway Patrol
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to provide unbiased, professional public safety services through inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.
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Cyber Crime Support Network
Cybercrime Support Network is your advocate and partner in protecting your online data and privacy. We provide the information you need to recognize, report and recover from cybercrime.
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Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC)
Our goal is total commitment in supporting all schools in ensuring the safety of students, employees, and visitors through effective policies and procedures, training, and community and interagency involvement.
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Statewide Terrorism Analysis and Crime Center (STACC) Cyber Security Center
As Ohio’s primary fusion center, the STACC facilitates the gathering, analysis and sharing of critical information in a timely and effective manner. It operates 24/7, providing first responders, private sector managers and other partners with quick, accurate, actionable intelligence and information.
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InfraGard
InfraGard is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and members of the private sector for the protection of U.S. Critical Infrastructure.
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Ohio Public Library Network (OPLIN)
The Ohio Public Library Information Network (OPLIN) provides broadband internet connections and related information services to Ohio public libraries.
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Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
CISA is the operational lead for federal cybersecurity and the national coordinator for critical infrastructure security and resilience. We are designed for collaboration and partnership. Learn about our layered mission to reduce risk to the nation’s cyber and physical infrastructure.
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State Library of Ohio
The vision of the State Library of Ohio is a Smarter Ohio where Ohioans of all ages access the necessary resources to be engaged residents, excel at their jobs, participate in the workforce, expand their knowledge, and pursue their passions and interests.
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Northeast Ohio Cyber Consortium (NEOCC)
NEOCC delivers platforms and services that enable more effective information sharing and analysis among its members. With a focus on improving cybersecurity in Northeast Ohio, NEOCC strengthens the community of corporate and institutional cybersecurity professionals in the region.
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Ohio Cyber Range Institute
Leveraging an ecosystem of significant intellectual power and institutional capacity, OCRI develops and delivers original, high quality educational material, exercises, and training to Ohio citizens regardless of age, educational background, or experience in cyber research.
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