Texas A&M has a long history of providing information assurance and cybersecurity educational opportunities for its students. Dating back to the mid-1990s, A&M faculty developed the first academic courses that employed active attack-defense laboratory exercises that emphasized the importance of hands-on activities to facilitate and accelerate student learning. This then-novel approach has now been widely adopted throughout educational and training settings where cybersecurity topics are taught. A&M students have benefited directly from these educational innovations and, through their studies and associated hands-on experiences, they have consistently been able to rapidly acquire important cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
Texas A&M University offers students interested in cybersecurity a variety of ways to learn and be involved. The University offers several cybersecurity courses of study for both undergraduate and graduate students, ranging from a minor to a graduate designation. Additionally, by participating in weekly Cybersecurity Club meetings, students can hear from guest speakers, receive hands-on cybersecurity training, and participate in national hack-a-thon events.
Cybersecurity Center Career Development Programs
The Texas A&M Cybersecurity Center has several programs to support cybersecurity career development and training.
The Cyber Leader Development Program (CLDP) (and the associated Pathways program) prepares select students for military or civilian careers with Department of Defense organizations. CLDP is a two-year program that complements a student’s existing degree path by providing opportunities for hands-on experience, industry certifications, summer internships, leadership development, and individual mentoring.
Pathways prepares students for cybersecurity careers through mentorship, access to resources, and development opportunities and is a precursor to CDLP.
Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employ (VICEROY) is a program intended to help support the development of an enhanced and expanded pipeline for future cyber leaders. Students who participate in the program will be trained in technology areas of critical importance to our National Defense Strategy.
The Texas A&M Cybersecurity Club provides students with opportunities to learn more about the cybersecurity field and develop their skills through competitions, learning programs, and weekly meetings on cybersecurity topics. We foster a community where members can learn and grow together as they develop their professional network.
Internships and Career Opportunities
The Texas A&M Cybersecurity Center works closely with employers to identify and connect them with talented, hard-working students with cybersecurity knowledge to contribute to their company or organization. Students that are looking for career assistance, and public or private entities looking to connect with highly qualified Aggies, should reach out to us at [email protected]. Posted internship and career opportunities may be found below.
Scholarship Opportunities
The Texas A&M Cybersecurity Center may facilitate scholarship opportunities for driven and ambitious cybersecurity students at Texas A&M University at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.