Cybersecurity Faculty
Clearwater Campus
College of Computer and Information Technology
ES 213H
727-614-7204
Office Schedule: Fall 2026 Office and Online Chat Hours:
Day Time Location
Monday 10:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Clearwater Campus- ES213H
Tuesday 10:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Clearwater Campus- ES213H
Wednesday 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Clearwater Campus- ES213H
Thursday 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Virtual
Tutoring:
Tutoring and Academic Support
Students are encouraged to contact me by email, phone, or text to schedule tutoring or academic support. Meetings may be conducted in person or virtually using Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
My general tutoring availability corresponds with my Fall 2026 office schedule:
Mondays from 10:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. in ES 213H on the Clearwater Campus
Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. in ES 213H on the Clearwater Campus
Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in ES 213H on the Clearwater Campus
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. virtually through Zoom or Microsoft Teams
Appointments at alternate campuses may be arranged when feasible. Please contact me in advance, as my availability may be affected by teaching responsibilities, meetings, or travel between locations.
I am committed to supporting student success and welcome the opportunity to assist with questions, course concepts, assignments, and academic planning. Please do not hesitate to reach out to schedule a meeting.
Syllabus Links
Course syllabi are publicly posted on the SPC Simple Syllabus Library site at least 45 days before the first day of the term. If a syllabus is not yet available, it may not have been published by the instructor or the course may not yet be within the 45-day posting window.
George Wood is a cybersecurity educator and technology professional with more than two decades of experience in systems administration, technical training, and workforce certification preparation. He teaches courses that focus on cybersecurity, infrastructure, and practical technology skills that prepare students for industry certification and employment. He holds a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from Saint Leo University and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology Development and Management with a cybersecurity focus from St. Petersburg College, where he graduated magna cum laude. He completed his graduate degree summa cum laude with a 4.0 GPA. George’s professional background spans both public and private sectors, with expertise in operating systems, server administration, cybersecurity fundamentals, and certification preparation. His work emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world problem solving, and aligning classroom instruction with workforce expectations. He holds industry certifications, including Cisco CyberOps Associate, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, and Microsoft professional certifications. His teaching approach centers on student support, certification readiness, and helping learners build confidence as they transition into technology and cybersecurity careers. Outside the classroom, George enjoys international travel, cooking, watching sports, and spending time with family.