Cyber Hub
- Program: Information Technology
- Pathway: STEM
Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
Our Cybersecurity program is nationally recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.
See more details about our Information Technology: Cybersecurity program (PDF)Listen
- To request an accessible version of this information, email Shahla Durany at shahla.durany@tccd.edu.
What is a Center of Academic Excellence?
NSA's National Cryptologic School manges the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program.
Through the NCAE-C program, NSA partners with community colleges, colleges, and universities to cultivate the skilled cybersecurity professionals we need to meet future national security challenges.
Federal partners in the program include the:
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)/National Initiative on Cybersecurity Education (NICE)
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- Department of Defense Office of the Chief Information Officer (DoD-CIO)
- U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM)
Want more details?
- Visit National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity for more information about the NCAE-C programs.
- Visit Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cybersecurity Community to explore community resources.
Explore Resources for TCC Students
Find out about cybersecurity-related activities, events, and other opportunities at TCC and in our community.
TCC Clubs
Northwest Campus
CyberDefenders Club
We support the cybersecurity education of Tarrant County College students and Tarrant County, promote career awareness, and encourage creative, competitive efforts to increase the number of workers/graduates in the security workforce.
Advisor: John Kidd, john.kidd@my.tccd.edu
Southeast Campus
Network Innovations and Cyber Knowledge
Network Innovations and Cyber Knowledge is a group of people who create and innovate ideas for cybersecurity, programming, software development, web designing, and much more! Our goal is to create and brainstorm ideas through collaboration to contribute to the improvement of technology.
Advisor: James Dang, james.dang@tccd.edu
Events & Activities
- TCC Cybersecurity Summit: We hosted this event in April 2024 as an opportunity to learn about the cybersecurity industry, latest tools, and career options. The summit included many distinguished guest speakers, including a current cybersecurity specialist from NASA.
- BSidesDFW: Join cybersecurity hobbyists, enthusiasts, practitioners, and researchers at annual information security conferences.
TCC AI & Cybersecurity Summit
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we hosted a dynamic summit exploring the pivotal intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity.
When & Where
- Date: October 29, 2024
- Place:
- Erma C. Johnson Hadley Northwest Center of Excellence for Aviation, Transportation and Logistics
- 2301 Horizon Drive
- Fort Worth, TX 76177
- Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Speakers
- Jacob Luna, Global Security Organization
- Ogechi Ugwulebo, HealthSmart
- Jessie Bolton, Bolt Resources
- Jeremy Rucker, Spencer Fane LLP
- Dapo Opegbemi, DIT, American Airlines
Topics
- AI: Imperfect Predictions to Defend Today and Secure Tomorrow
- Future of AI in Cybersecurity
- The Evolving Role of AI in Cyber
- Ethics in AI and Data Privacy
- Leveraging AI for Business Security
Agenda
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 10–10:10 a.m. | Registration & Opening Remarks |
| 10:10–11 a.m. | Keynote: AI & Cybersecurity Trends in Business |
| 11–11:15 a.m. | Break |
| 11:15 a.m.–noon | Badge Session: Ethical AI & Data Privacy |
| noon–1 p.m. | Keynote: Future of AI in Cybersecurity |
| 1–1:10 p.m. | Break |
| 1:10–1:50 p.m. | Badge Session: Leveraging AI for Business Security |
| 1:50–2 p.m. | Closing Remarks |
For reference: TCC AI & Cybersecurity Summit Program (PDF)Listen
Organizations & Associations
- Women of Security (WoSec)—Dallas Chapter: Meet other women and those who identify as women who have an interest in cybersecurity.
Career Fairs & Information Sessions
We post upcoming cybersecurity career-related events here as soon as they are scheduled.
Job Search Resources
About Cybersecurity Careers
- Cybersecurity guide resource hub: A comprehensive collection of guides on various aspects of cybersecurity, including trends and best practices, training and scholarship resources, and more
- Explore the latest cybersecurity careers: Offers detailed information on cybersecurity career paths, such as job profiles, their demand, and average salaries
Job Search Websites
- Cybersecurity Jobs in DFW
- CyberSeek: Find out about cybersecurity jobs in your area.
Internships & Apprenticeships
About Internships
- Guide to cybersecurity internships: Explore the types of internships available, where to find them, and the valuable benefits they offer.
Special Language Program for College Students
- Chinese Language Immersion Program: Designed to help "develop cybersecurity professionals with listening and writing proficiency in Chinese." Includes both online and in-person components.
Meet Our Faculty, Advisory Board & Partners
Meet the people who assure the excellence of our Cybersecurity Program.
Faculty
Northeast Campus
- Jeffrey Koch, Professor
Northwest Campus
- Robert "Greg" Harris, Instructor
- Eric Lankford, Instructor
South Campus
- Charlene Ghaedi, Instructor
- Angela Shearry-Sneed, Professor
- Sandra Williams, Instructor
Southeast Campus
- James Dang, Associate Professor
- Richard Sellers, Instructor
Trinity River Campus
- Brian Pullen, Associate Professor
- Tyson McMillian, Professor
TCC Connect Campus
- Shahla Durany, Instructor
- Dominique Hilliard, Associate Professor
- Kevin Moore, Instructor
Industry Advisory Committee
We have an industry advisory committee with members from local industry partners:
- AXIS Management
- Citigroup
- Cook Children's Hospital
- DFW International Airport
- Illumio
- Labeaud LLC
- Lockheed Martin
- Mouser Electronics
- PepsiCo
- TEKsystems
Academic Partners
School Districts
- Arlington ISD
- Azle ISD
- Birdville ISD
- Cleburne ISD
- Crowley ISD
- Era ISD
- Fort Worth ISD
- Grapevine–Colleyville ISD
- Keller ISD
- Mansfield ISD
- Mineral Wells ISD
- Strawn ISD
- STEM Initiative
Colleges & Universities
We have articulation agreements with our partner institutions.
- Bellevue University
- Collin College
- Tarleton State University
- Read the complete articulation agreements for TCC Information Technology—Cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science to:
Workforce Partners
- Elbit Systems of America
- Cisco
- Inspirus
- L3 Link Simulation and Training
Security Resources & Awareness
Technology changes quickly. Learn where to find out the latest developments.
Cybersecurity News
TCC & Security
Privacy
Online Safety and Security
Campus Safety
Training & Knowledge Articles
Cyber Hub Point of Contact
Shahla Durany
Email shahla.durany@tccd.edu
Updated December 10, 2024