Incident response drills on cyber ranges: Enhancing cyber-defence education
Author Identifier (ORCID)
Alexander E. Grojek: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2877-2785
Leslie F. Sikos: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3368-2215
David J. Holmes: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8644-4387
Oliver Guidetti: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4235-4259
Abstract
The education of the next generation of frontline cyber-defence professionals, security operations centre (SOC) analysts, and incident handlers is challenging due to the limited availability of work placements for students within the industry, the unavailability of realistic datasets for training purposes, and the intricate process of crafting authentic case studies. This chapter explores the value of incident response drills conducted on cyber ranges as an indispensable component of cyber-defence education and their potential for solving these challenges. Furthermore, the psychological dimension of cyber-defence education is explored, as engaging in realistic incident response drills within a cyber range can contribute to decreased stress levels among participants. The controlled setting provides a safe place for learners to make mistakes, learn from them, and build confidence without fearing real-world consequences. As participants develop and gain expertise, stress levels diminish, creating a positive correlation between practical skill development and psychological well-being.
Document Type
Book Chapter
Date of Publication
9-9-2024
Publication Title
Psybersecurity: Human Factors of Cyber Defence
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
School
School of Science / School of Medical and Health Sciences
RAS ID
76307
Copyright
subscription content
First Page
202
Last Page
226
Comments
Grojek, A. E., Sikos, L. F., Holmes, D. J., & Guidetti, O. Incident response drills on cyber ranges: Enhancing cyber-defence education. In Psybersecurity (pp. 202-226). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781032664859-9