Academic Excellence
Designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education.
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The Computer Science Department has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education. The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly sponsor this program to reduce national infrastructure vulnerabilities through stronger cybersecurity education and workforce development.
The center is a member of the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA), which supports curriculum development, faculty training, and cybersecurity outreach throughout the region.
UIS Cybersecurity
Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance
The center advances cybersecurity education, research, and public service through academic programs, faculty scholarship, and regional partnerships.
Research Impact
Faculty-led cybersecurity scholarship in secure systems, privacy, and resilient infrastructure.
Regional Outreach
Partnerships and conferences that connect students, government, and industry practitioners.
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Mission
The Center of Systems Security and Information Assurance is dedicated to promoting research and education in information security, assurance, and privacy. The Center was established by the UIS Campus Senate, Resolution 37-13.
- Facilitate faculty efforts to obtain and administer grants and contracts in cybersecurity.
- Support faculty development, research, and scholarship in information assurance.
- Support course, curriculum, and laboratory development.
- Expand outreach and partnership opportunities with public and private sector organizations.
- Increase participation from underrepresented groups in cybersecurity.
- Host local and regional public affairs events related to security and information assurance.
Contact the Center
Director of the Center: Dr. Alavalapati, Goutham Reddy
Information Systems Security Officer: Joe Barnes
University Hall 3123
University of Illinois at Springfield, Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: 1-217-206-8226
Fax: 1-217-206-6217
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