Cybersecurity is the computer science discipline concerned with the design and development of secure systems and applications. Cybersecurity covers security of computer networks and systems as well as physical security. In addition to the technical aspects such as cryptography, protocols and access control, the curriculum deals with the policy and management issues, integration and logistics, and budgeting. Centering on the problems of working professionals in the critical field of security, the SMU program in cybersecurity serves the needs of both full-time and part-time students.