The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program and the National Cybersecurity Training & Education (NCyTE) Center provide valuable resources traditionally utilized within cybersecurity programs. However, these resources offer significant benefits to disciplines across the academic spectrum. This presentation highlights how faculty and students in non-cybersecurity fields can leverage these resources to enhance their programs and career preparedness.
Cross-Disciplinary Applications Faculty Development Opportunities- Interdisciplinary Workshops: NCAE-C community offers workshops where business, healthcare, and STEM faculty can integrate cybersecurity principles into existing curricula
- Summer Faculty Programs: NCyTE provides opportunities for non-cybersecurity faculty to participate in paid professional development focused on industry-relevant security practices applicable to their fields
- Virtual Communities of Practice: Connect with subject matter experts across disciplines to develop innovative approaches to teaching cybersecurity concepts within specific fields
Curriculum Resources- Modular Course Content: Adaptable learning modules that can be incorporated into business ethics, healthcare administration, engineering, and liberal arts programs
- Case Studies Library: Real-world scenarios demonstrating cybersecurity implications within various professional contexts
- Assessment Tools: Ready-to-use evaluation instruments to measure student understanding of security principles relevant to their discipline
Student Resources and Mentoring- Cross-Disciplinary Mentorship Program: Students in fields like business, healthcare, and public administration can connect with cybersecurity professionals to understand security implications in their chosen careers
- Career Exploration Materials: Resources highlighting how cybersecurity skills enhance employability across sectors
- Interdisciplinary Competitions: Opportunities for mixed teams to solve complex problems requiring both domain expertise and security awareness
Frameworks and Standards Integration- Cybersecurity Auditing Framework: Simplified tools for non-technical disciplines to understand compliance requirements
- CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification): Resources helping students across disciplines understand federal contracting requirements, particularly valuable for business, public administration, and supply chain programs
- Ethics Integration: Materials connecting discipline-specific ethical frameworks with information security principles
Institutional Benefits- Enhanced program relevance through security integration
- Improved graduate preparedness for security-conscious workplace environments
- Strengthened partnerships with industry requiring cross-disciplinary security awareness
- Potential for new funding opportunities through interdisciplinary initiatives
Getting Started- Connect with your regional NCAE-C institution
- Explore the NCyTE resource library for discipline-specific materials
- Identify subject matter experts available for consultation
- Develop an integration roadmap for your specific program
