Cyber Collaborative

Cal Poly Pomona offers a nationally recognized cyber education experience that allows students to learn skills outside of their disciplines and prepares them to enter in-demand careers. Student-run centers, the only ones in the region, provide industry standard equipment for students to learn skills beyond the classroom. Students participate in programs and campus organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity skills and attend workshops and networking opportunities that lead to high-profile internships and jobs. Undergraduate and graduate students pursue research in cyber and big data, contributing to innovative ideas in the field.

Executive in Residence: Diane Miller 

Alumna Diane Miller (’81, computer information systems) is the inaugural Executive in Residence for Cybersecurity in the College of Business. In this role, Miller works with: 

• Faculty and staff to explore interdisciplinary collaborations and academic innovation, offer industry insights and facilitate partnerships;  
• Students as a resource on experiential learning and transitioning into professional careers;  
• Alumni, community and business leaders to support the university’s academic and philanthropic strategic vision and goals.  

Prior to her retirement from Northrop Grumman, Miller enjoyed a 40-year career in innovation and technology leadership, information security, global cybersecurity education, workforce initiatives and more. She has been a longtime advocate for diversity across STEM disciplines and has shaped the national conversation about cybersecurity. 

She also currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors of CPP’s Philanthropic Foundation.