Honoring the life and legacy of Joanne Sexton, founding dean of SCCS
“She really was at the forefront of everything cyber in the Augusta community," says Karen Ribble.
Are you passionate about designing and implementing robust security systems to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive information?
The Cybersecurity Engineering program at Augusta University is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to defend against cyber threats. This program from the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences prepares students for various career pathways, including roles in cyber defense infrastructure support, security architecture, and operational technology security.
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The Cybersecurity Engineering program covers network security, secure software development, and industrial control system security. Aligned with the Department of Defense Cyber Workforce Framework, the curriculum prepares students for roles such as Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist, Security Architect, and Operational Technology (OT) Security Specialist—focusing on securing critical systems, designing enterprise security, and protecting industrial infrastructure.
Experience-based Education
Internships provide hands-on experience and valuable industry connections. Students
have the opportunity to work with leading companies and government agencies, gaining
practical skills and insights into the cybersecurity field.
The Senior Design Project matches seniors with industry sponsors to solve real-world
technical problems. Teams of 3-5 seniors are mentored by a School of Computer and
Cyber Sciences professor and work in collaboration with an engineer or manager from
the agency.
The Augusta University chapter of the Upsilon Pi Epsilon international honor society
for computing and information disciplines hosts fun and meaningful events throughout
the year.
Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, you’ll have opportunities to create your own research projects or work with faculty to tackle some of the world’s most complex and pressing challenges.
Our commitment to offering quality, affordable education to service members and veterans is a driving force, and we offer several programs to assist them in achieving their academic goals.
The JAGByte Living Learning Community provides incoming School of Computer and Cyber Sciences freshmen the opportunity to live and study together as a cohort and participate in a variety of exclusive activities.
Student clubs and organizations help you “plug in” to campus life in a way that can lead to meaningful connections, new interests and resume-enhancing experiences.
Your Future
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for a cybersecurity analyst is $102,600 per year, with an increase of 33% projected over the next decade.
Proximity to industry experts at the 332,000 sq. ft. Georgia Cyber Center increases internship and networking opportunities by putting you shoulder-to-shoulder with professionals in the field.
As a designated Center of Academic Excellence in the area of cyber defense, Augusta University is home to the Center for Cybersecurity.
Student activities like the Cyber Defense Team and the Upsilon Pi Epsilon honor society give students opportunities to network with their peers as well as put their skills to the test in hacking competitions.
“She really was at the forefront of everything cyber in the Augusta community," says Karen Ribble.
"Your work – whether in classrooms, clinics, labs or offices – has advanced our mission and strengthened our community," says AU President Russell T. Keen.
"AU is filled with support systems with transfer students and every student in mind," says Dylan Jacobson.
“Every day, our work leads to life-changing, life-saving discoveries," says Augusta University President Russell T. Keen.