National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education designated by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.

The mission of the center for Digital Identity and Cyber Defense Research (DICyDER) is to add value to the university, community, and society through innovative educational programs, research and development in the areas of information integration, security, and privacy.

• To be one of the leading academic institution for research in information integration, security, and privacy
• To collaborate with other universities, government agencies, and industrial organizations to advance the state of information integration, security, and privacy.
• To provide innovative education and training programs in information integration, security, and privacy.