ONR: Research-Based Enhancement of STEM ROTC

In this Office of Naval Research (ONR) funded project, we develop an aviation-focused cybersecurity training program at the Daytona Beach campus to enhance the cyber and electronic warfare skills of STEM-focused ROTC students. ERAU hosts one of the largest ROTC programs training officers across all branches of service, and is one of the five universities in the country (the only one in Florida) to hold NSA and DHS’ Center of Academic Excellence – Cyber Defense certification with a special designation in Secure Software Development. Across all military branches, manned and unmanned aviation and aerospace systems are vital resources and capabilities supporting the warfighter. The program shall provide students with both theoretical knowledge combined with hands-on cybersecurity training with the goal of preparing students with the technical knowledge and skills needed to protect and defend computer systems and networks.