Rick Matthews

Rick Matthews, Ph.D., serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Computing Sciences at Coastal Carolina University. He earned a Ph.D. in Cyber Operations from Dakota State University, a Master of Information Technology from Virginia Tech, and a B.S. in Computer Science from Coastal Carolina University. His professional experience spans database systems, web application development, IT management, and information security.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Cyber Operations, Dakota State University
• Master of Information Technology, Virginia Tech
• B.S. in Computer Science, Coastal Carolina University (alumnus)

Dr. Matthews focuses on applied technical disciplines, including cybersecurity frameworks, database architecture, and modern web development methodologies. His expertise aligns with contemporary challenges in IT infrastructure and secure systems design.