Investigating Team Level KSAs in Cybersecurity: Insights from Observing a Cybersecurity-Themed Board Game Pilot Study
Publication Date
1-1-2024
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Title
EPiC Series in Computing
Volume
102
DOI
10.29007/1wrb
First Page
100
Last Page
110
Abstract
Effective teamwork plays a crucial role in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. However, identifying the specific knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) required for successful cybersecurity teamwork poses challenges. One of these challenges is limited access to proprietary information, which hinders the study of cybersecurity teamwork KSAs. To address this issue, this research proposes the use of a cybersecurity-themed board game as an experimental testbed to observe and analyze teamwork dynamics. By studying teamwork within this simulated environment, valuable insights can be gained that have the potential to translate to real-world cybersecurity teams. This research aims to contribute to the understanding of cybersecurity team dynamics and inform the development of future experimental testbeds that can provide insights into effective cybersecurity teamwork. By acknowledging the challenges associated with limited accessibility and employing innovative methodologies, this study seeks to make meaningful contributions to knowledge of cybersecurity teamwork.
Keywords
board game, cybersecurity testbed, team competencies, teamwork, training
Department
Information; Psychology
Recommended Citation
Crystal M. Fausett, Jenna M. Korentsides, Sabina M. Patel, David Schuster, Elizabeth H. Lazzara, and Joseph R. Keebler. "Investigating Team Level KSAs in Cybersecurity: Insights from Observing a Cybersecurity-Themed Board Game Pilot Study" EPiC Series in Computing (2024): 100-110. https://doi.org/10.29007/1wrb
