Cyber Expertise

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Let’s meet Daniel, a student in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business. Daniel chose UTSA because the university has made a name for itself nationally for its cybersecurity research and education. Students at UTSA are preparing for careers in an exciting growing field that’s in a state of constant innovation. Here’s Daniel to tell us more.

– Thanks for that introduction, Alex. I chose to attend the University of Texas at San Antonio to make a name for myself. I didn’t wanna be just another face on campus. And thanks to the wide array of opportunities that UTSA has to offer, I’ve been able to set myself apart. I majored in cybersecurity because as our society gets more dependent on technology, someone has to protect our data and information. UTSA plays a key role supporting our national security infrastructure, armed with the world class faculty and a reputation as an undisputed leader in cybersecurity education. As I progress through my major, I’m working with some of the most knowledgeable and engaging professors in the field who specialize in areas such as intrusion detection, incident response, and malware analysis. UTSA is fueling San Antonio’s national reputation as the largest cyber and information security hub outside of Washington DC. In fact, UTSA is one of just a few colleges or universities in the US and the only Hispanic-serving institution to have three national centers of academic excellence designations from the US Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency. At UTSA, I have opportunities to distinguish myself outside the classroom, one of them being my involvement with the UTSA Ambassador organization. As a student ambassador, I help represent the university at the highest level. During my tenure in the program, I’ve learned the importance of service integrity and excellence, all qualities essential to studying cybersecurity here at UTSA. I came to UTSA because I wanted to be somebody. I know when I graduate, I will have the tools to be successful in an ever-growing industry. UTSA has exceeded my expectations and provided me with the college experience I will never forget. Throwing it back to you, Alex.

– Daniel, you’re crushing it on campus and in your degree program. Here’s something else, the university even offers a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity 100% online, so anyone could study cybersecurity at UTSA from anywhere in the world. Thanks for sharing your story, Daniel.