Bold Is... cultivating the next generation of cyber leaders
We are leading the charge to protect our national security infrastructure, armed with world-class faculty and a reputation as the undisputed leader in cybersecurity education. UT San Antonio is one of the few universities nationally to hold all three National Center of Academic Excellence designations from the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.
UT San Antonio's Cyber Designations
Cyber Defense Education
Cyber Research
Cyber Operations
cybersecurity innovation With nationally-ranked programs, the creation of a groundbreaking school dedicated to AI, cyber, and computing, and the establishment of a multidisciplinary manufacturing cyber defense research and development hub, UT San Antonio is spearheading national advancements in cybersecurity innovation.
Texas Cyber Command
At a ceremony held on UT San Antonio's campus on June 2, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed HB 150 into law, creating the Texas Cyber Command. As the largest state-based cybersecurity department in America, the command will be headquartered in San Antonio, and UT San Antonio will play a key role in its advancement. Connect with UT San Antonio's National Security Collaboration Center for more information about Texas Cyber Command by submitting an inquiry.
UT San Antonio’s Cybersecurity Programs
UT San Antonio offers a wide range of cyber programs – including the #5 Online Cybersecurity Program in the U.S. – positioning graduates to protect organizations and people across Texas and the nation.
A Powerful Data Intelligence Ecosystem Supporting San Antonio, Texas, and the Nation
UT San Antonio has designed a data and innovation ecosystem unlike any other in Texas. Our Downtown Campus’s newest building, San Pedro I, currently houses the Center for Data Science and National Security Collaboration Center, and serves as the future site of UT San Antonio’s new College of AI, Cyber and Computing. Its sister building, San Pedro II, will open in early 2026 and will serve as a hub for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Careers and expanded programs from the Alvarez College of Business.
40K+ Cyber Professionals trained through CyManII
UT San Antonio's Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) is a public-private partnership supported by the Department of Energy. CyManII is helping Texan and American manufacturers protect their supply chains from cyberattacks and become more energy-efficient to secure global competitiveness.
Bold Is... nurturing disruptive innovation
Opened in January 2023, Center for Data Science and National Security Collaboration Center host over 400 students and serve as the home of 30 world-class faculty members. Its 84,500 square feet of classroom, laboratory and research space supports science, engineering, technology, business and more future-focused programs in the heart of San Antonio.
Bold Is... playing the game differently
Building Partnerships
UT San Antonio’s cyber ecosystem, including assets like the National Security Collaboration Center, are at the heart of the university's ability to forge major partnerships that address key challenges. Examples range from UT San Antonio’s role in the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute Consortium, which brings together government, university and industry researchers, AI creators and users and community groups to support the development and deployment of trustworthy and safe AI.
Securing Small Businesses
As cyber threats continue to evolve and target small businesses, Texas is taking steps to fortify these enterprises through a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity services provided by the (TSBCAC). Led by the UT San Antonio Small Business Development Center, will provide accessible and expert cybersecurity services to small businesses across Texas.
Strengthening Manufacturing
As the energy manufacturing sector continues to grow in importance within our daily lives, so does its vulnerability to threats. This is the basis for CyManII’s partnership with The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI). Through a co-managed pilot program, this initiative helps strengthen our nation’s defenses against evolving cyber threats by providing essential support and resources for small and medium-sized manufacturers.
UT System selected UT San Anto to lead the CyManII project due to the university's well-known strengths in cybersecurity and the visionary leadership of its president, Dr. Taylor Eighmy. This groundbreaking endeavor — over 50 organizations strong — has UT System's full endorsement and the absolute confidence of my leadership team.
James B. Milliken, Chancellor of UT System
