About the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Program
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity at Texas A&M University–San Antonio prepares students to address modern cybersecurity challenges through a strong foundation in computing, mathematics, and security principles. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, integrating real-world scenarios such as network defense, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and secure software development. Students gain practical experience through labs, projects, and research opportunities, including exposure to emerging areas such as cloud security and AI-driven threats. The program also promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for protecting digital infrastructure. With small class sizes and faculty engaged in active research, students receive personalized mentorship and preparation for industry certifications and careers in a rapidly growing field.
Career Opportunities
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Information Security Specialist
- Network Security Engineer
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Risk and Compliance Analyst
Faculty Highlights
The Cybersecurity program at Texas A&M University-San Antonio is supported by faculty with expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and secure systems. Faculty are actively engaged in research areas including LLM security, network defense, and cyber threat intelligence, giving students opportunities to participate in applied research and real-world problem solving. With an interdisciplinary approach that combines computing, mathematics, and engineering concepts, the program prepares graduates to meet evolving industry demands and contribute to innovative cybersecurity solutions.
Affiliated Faculty
Dr. Venkatesh Uddameri
Research Areas: Security of Critical Infrastructure, Cyber ethics.
Office: SciTech 211D
Email: vuddameri@tamusa.edu
Phone: (210) 784-2224
Webpage: Dr. Uddameri Profile
Dr. Izzat Alsmadi
Research Areas: Cyber intelligence, Cyber security, Software security, software engineering, software testing, social networks and software defined networking.
Office: SciTech 211F
Contact: ialsmadi@tamusa.edu
Phone: 210-784-2313
Webpage: Dr. Alsmadi Profile
Dr. Md Tamjid Hossain
Research Areas: Secure and trustworthy cybersecurity and AI/ML applications.
Contact: mhossain@tamusa.edu
Phone: 210-784-2369
Webpage: Dr. Hossain Profile
Dr. Robert Jones
Research Areas: GenAI in Cybersecurity.
Office: N/A
Contact: rjones@tamusa.edu
Phone: N/A
Webpage: Dr. Jones Profile
Dr. Akhtar Lodgher
Research Areas: Cyber security and software engineering.
Office: SciTech 211O
Contact: alodgher@tamusa.edu
Phone: 210-784-2353
Webpage: Dr. Lodgher Profile
Dr. Srinivasan Murali
Research Areas: CyberSecurity (Hardware, Internet of Things, Cyber-physical systems, GenAI, VR/XR).
Office: SciTech 211H
Contact: smurali@tamusa.edu
Phone: 210-784-2383
Webpage: Dr. Murali Profile