KU’s Information and Telecommunication Technology Center (ITTC) is a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) and Research (CAE-R) designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.

We focus on developing, verifying and fielding high-assurance information systems. It's purpose is to provide a University-wide focal point for those involved in information assurance research, education and implementation. Our faculty and students perform research including theoretical modeling, high-assurance system synthesis and verification, security modeling and analysis, network security, and database security. Our faculty manage and implement the MSCS/MSCoE program in security and assurance, the graduate certificate in cybersecurity, the undergraduate certificate in cybersecurity, as well as teach information assurance principles throughout the University. Finally, our staff affiliates are responsible for developing and implementing information security across the University.