Open AccessAn Argument for Interdisciplinary Programs in Cybersecurity
Author(s) -
Dennis Giever
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
international journal of cybersecurity intelligence and cybercrime/international journal of cybersecurity intelligence and cybercrime
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2578-3297
pISSN - 2578-3289
DOI - 10.52306/01010718qkyz9556
Subject(s) - argument (complex analysis) , work (physics) , computer security , computer science , physical security , public relations , knowledge management , engineering ethics , political science , engineering management , engineering , mechanical engineering , biochemistry , chemistry
In this commentary Dr. Giever presents a compelling argument for interdisciplinary programs in cybersecurity at the university level. He argues that we no longer have the luxury of allowing barriers to exist between those tasked with IT security and those who provide physical security. He recommends that any security program take an “all possible paths” or “balanced approach” to the protection of assets within an organization. Students in computer science, criminal justice, business, human resources, and others should work collaboratively within education programs learning these necessary skills. A team effort is needed to accomplish the myriad of tasks necessary to protect assets today. Graduates from such programs will possess the skills and abilities to work collaboratively on a comprehensive security design for their organization.