| Title: |
Cybersecurity Skills, Knowledge and Abilities for Criminal Justice Professionals: An Exploratory Study of Practitioners' Perspectives |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Kate Quintana (ORCID 0009-0006-1865-6608); Caroline Sutton Chubb (ORCID 0009-0005-9542-8492); Daniel Olson (ORCID 0009-0009-3157-6313); Anna E. Kosloski (ORCID 0000-0002-2373-4125) |
| Source: |
Journal of Cybersecurity Education, Research and Practice. 2024 2024(1). |
| Availability: |
Kennesaw State University. 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw, Georgia 30144. Tel: 470-578-3568; e-mail: cybersec@kennesaw.edu; Web site: https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/jcerp/ |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
12 |
| Publication Date: |
2024 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Computer Security; Knowledge Level; Criminal Law; Role Theory; Trend Analysis; Occupations; Information Technology; Generational Differences; Educational Needs; Experiential Learning; Soft Skills; Interdisciplinary Approach; Curriculum Development |
| ISSN: |
2472-2707 |
| Abstract: |
Cybersecurity has become increasingly important not only in the technology sector but in criminal justice professions as well, and significant challenges have arisen as a result. However, these challenges are not well discussed in the literature. To address this gap, and to study the cybersecurity trends impacting criminal justice professionals and the skills, knowledge and abilities criminal justice students need to succeed upon graduation, this research focuses on the role cybersecurity plays in the jobs that compose the main components of the criminal justice system and adjacent areas: law enforcement, the judicial process, corrections, social work, and military. This research utilizes semi-structured interviews with current and recently retired practitioners. Findings from this study revealed eight broad themes, many of which are complementary including changing technologies, generational gaps, over reliance on information technology professionals, and best practices for education composed of experiential learning, soft skills, specialized curriculum and interdisciplinary approaches. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2024 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1430177 |
| Database: |
ERIC |