Universities are increasingly relying on digital technologies for teaching, administration, and scientific research, including e-learning platforms, online examinations, cloud services, and network-connected devices. With this development, cybersecurity has become an essential element in protecting data and ensuring the continuity of university services. Universities maintain important data, including student and staff information, grades, financial records, and research findings. Unauthorized access to this information may lead to privacy violations, data manipulation, or the loss of valuable academic work. It may also disrupt lectures, examinations, and registration procedures, affecting the educational process and public trust in academic institutions. Among the most prominent cyber threats facing universities are phishing attacks, ransomware, data leaks, and the exploitation of outdated systems and software. Smart devices connected to the network, such as cameras and access-control systems, also require additional security measures to reduce potential risks. Addressing these challenges requires an integrated approach that combines modern technologies, effective management, and security awareness. Essential measures include enabling multi-factor authentication, assigning user permissions according to their responsibilities, regularly updating systems, separating student, guest, and smart-device networks from sensitive systems, and maintaining secure backups while periodically testing their recovery. Human awareness is just as important as technical tools in strengthening cybersecurity. Training students and staff to verify links, protect their accounts, and report suspicious messages helps reduce security incidents. Universities also need clear cybersecurity incident-response plans that define responsibilities, establish procedures for service recovery, and ensure business continuity. Building a secure smart university requires integrating cybersecurity into planning, management, and education. This helps protect knowledge and privacy, strengthen trust in the digital environment, and support the continuity of the academic mission in the era of digital transformation.