Theses and Dissertations
ORCID
https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0897-8849
Issuing Body
Mississippi State University
Advisor
Trawick, George
Committee Member
Mittal, Sudip
Committee Member
Torri, Stephen
Committee Member
Chen, Jingdao
Date of Degree
12-13-2024
Original embargo terms
Worldwide
Document Type
Graduate Thesis - Open Access
Major
Cyber Security & Operations (Cyber Operations)
Degree Name
Master of Science (M.S.)
College
James Worth Bagley College of Engineering
Department
Department of Computer Science and Engineering
Abstract
The cybersecurity landscape demands professionals with practical skills and a deep understanding of attack methodologies. However, many institutions face significant challenges in providing comprehensive cybersecurity education due to the high costs associated with commercial tools and platforms. This thesis presents a student-centric, open-source curriculum for teaching the Cyber Kill Chain, designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application while addressing the financial constraints faced by many educational institutions. Our approach leverages freely available tools and hands-on exercises to cover each phase of the Cyber Kill Chain, emphasizing ethical considerations and collaborative learning. We detail the curriculum development process, tool selection criteria, and assessment strategies, offering a flexible framework for educators to enhance cybersecurity education across various academic environments, regardless of budget limitations.
Recommended Citation
Wooten, Justin Lane, "An open-source, student-centric approach to the Cyber Kill Chain" (2024). Theses and Dissertations. 6393.
https://scholarsjunction.msstate.edu/td/6393
