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WHO WE ARE

As West Virginia’s flagship, land-grant, R1 institution, West Virginia University is building a cyber enterprise to secure, protect, and defend our local, state, national, and global interests. WVU Cyber encompasses all aspects of cyber — the technical, non-technical, and cyber-adjacent work. We drive national security, fuel innovation, fortify economic stability, and shape the future workforce. Our interdisciplinary growth mindset focuses on anticipating and tackling today’s digital threats while seizing tomorrow’s opportunities. Let's Go!

LEADING CYBER EXCELLENCE

NSA/DHS National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense and in Cyber Research

West Virginia University is the only institution in the state recognized with dual NSA and DHS designations in both Cyber Defense and Cyber Research. These honors reflect our rigorous curriculum, exceptional faculty, and cutting-edge contributions to national security and innovation.

United States Cyber Command Academic Engagement Network Seal

U.S. Cyber Command Academic Engagement Network (AEN)

WVU is a founding member of U.S. Cyber Command’s Academic Engagement Network, meeting strict national standards to contribute expertise to cyber operations, research, and workforce development aligned with national defense priorities.

DOD VICEROY Program Partner

As a cohort lead in the DoD Virtual Institutes for Cyber and Electromagnetic Spectrum Research and Employment program, WVU is part of an elite group of universities advancing cybersecurity education through DoD-aligned training that accelerates the development of expertise in critical cyber operational skills for future military and civilian leaders of the Armed Forces.

Leading the Future

We’re not just preparing students for tomorrow — we’re building cyber leaders today. From day one, students gain hands-on experience that sets them apart in the cyber workforce.
- DoD-aligned cyber workforce curriculum
- Real-time cyber simulations and exercises
- State-of-the-art labs and classrooms
- Instruction from leading cyber experts
- Career pathways with top employers
- Industry recognized credentials
Driving Innovation

Cyber threats evolve fast — and so do we. Our programs evolve with national priorities and emerging technologies to deliver real-world solutions.
- Cutting-edge programs and curriculum
- Innovative research at an R1 Institution
- Cross-college, interdisciplinary collaboration
- Community-focused cyber solutions
- Faculty with elite industry certifications
- NSA, DHS and DoD recognized programs and designations
Powering Partnerships

Our ecosystem connects academia, industry, and government to grow talent, protect systems, and power economic impact.
- Federal and state agency partners
- Collaborative cyber problem solving
- Critical thinking and technical skill building
- Workforce reskilling programs
- Infrastructure defense initiatives
- Cross-sector economic development

THE WVU CYBER NEXUS AT WORK

We're reimagining the cyber lifecycle.

Cyber doesn’t start and stop with security. Our programs, curriculum, research, and living laboratories help maximize our impact on how to build, secure, govern, and adapt to our digital future from all angles.

Building the Future of Tech

We design and develop tools that power secure digital infrastructure.

Computer Science
AI
Data Analytics
Software Development
Engineering
Mathematics
MIS

Defending What Matters Most

We detect, prevent, and respond to digital threats that target our systems, data, and national security.

Criminology
Intelligence Studies
National Security

Shaping the Rules of the Digital World

We guide policy, law, and ethics to ensure innovation stays responsible, equitable, and secure.

Law
Ethics
Regulation
National Security Policy

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Connecting Cyber to Everyday Life

We integrate cyber into business, health, and society to drive trust, leadership, and impact in the real world.

Business Cyber
Leadership
Healthcare Data
Societal Trust

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