Texas A&M San Antonio Emerges as Cybersecurity Hub

Federal grants, VICEROY partnerships and ABET accreditation accelerate university's cybersecurity programs and student placements.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Texas A&M University-San Antonio has been rapidly building its cybersecurity programs, leveraging federal grants, industry partnerships, and accreditation to create a pipeline of talent for defense and tech companies. The university's ABET-accredited computer science program, VICEROY consortium, and hands-on student experiences are helping graduates land jobs at companies like Apple.

Why it matters

San Antonio is positioning itself as a hub for cybersecurity talent, with Texas A&M-San Antonio playing a key role. The university's focus on cybersecurity aligns with the region's growing tech industry and high demand for skilled cyber professionals, both in the defense sector and commercial companies.

The details

Texas A&M-San Antonio launched its bachelor's degree in cybersecurity in 2021 and a master's program in 2023, creating a clear academic pathway. The university's computer science program earned ABET accreditation in 2025, a milestone that administrators say sets the degree apart and signals it meets national industry standards. The school has also partnered with the VICEROY consortium, which provides Department of Defense-aligned training, paid internships, and scholarship support to students.

  • Texas A&M-San Antonio launched its bachelor's degree in cybersecurity in 2021.
  • The university launched a master's in cybersecurity in 2023.
  • Texas A&M-San Antonio's computer science program earned ABET accreditation in September 2025.

The players

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

A public university in San Antonio, Texas that has been rapidly building its cybersecurity programs and partnerships.

VICEROY

A Texas A&M-led consortium that provides Department of Defense-aligned training, paid internships, and scholarship support to partner campuses, including Texas A&M-San Antonio.

Griffiss Institute

The organization that coordinates the national VICEROY effort, which is funded through partnerships with the Air Force Research Laboratory and the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.

Dr. Mohamed Abdelrahman

The provost of Texas A&M University-San Antonio, who has highlighted the university's growing role in the cybersecurity industry.

Apple

A tech company that has hired a graduate from Texas A&M-San Antonio's cybersecurity program.

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What they’re saying

“The event demonstrated the university's growing role in the cybersecurity industry.”

— Dr. Mohamed Abdelrahman, Provost, Texas A&M University-San Antonio (The Business Journals)

The takeaway

Texas A&M University-San Antonio's strategic investments in cybersecurity education, industry partnerships, and hands-on student experiences are positioning the school as a key player in developing the cybersecurity workforce needed to meet the growing demand in San Antonio and across Texas.