ORCID

0009-0003-6848-9199

Keywords

cybersecurity cognitive load schema expectancy value

Abstract

This study investigated individuals’ behaviors and perceptions, and actions of a cybersecurity event after reviewing relevant cybersecurity content published in a cyber alert. As new technologies are developed and released, humans experience pressure to defend against threats while at work to remain productive and meet desired organizational goals (Chowdury & Skinner, 2019). The first part of the study randomly assigned participants to respond to a pre-questionnaire followed by an intervention, reading a cyberalert. Participants then answered a post-questionnaire that included the identical questions from the pre-questionnaire, in addition to, biographical and career related questions as well. The second part of the study involved analyzing 21 responses from participants. Findings showed that that participants in the intervention group experienced a decreased amount of cognitive load due to the removal of technical sections from the sample cyber-alert. No significant change in the participants’ perception based on the intervention was found. Recommendations were made for modifications of the intervention for future studies and for future research in usability in the cybersecurity field.

Completion Date

2024

Semester

Fall

Committee Chair

Gunter, Glenda

Degree

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)

College

College of Community Innovation and Education

Department

Department of Learning Sciences & Educational Research

Format

PDF

Identifier

DP0029007

Language

English

Release Date

12-15-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Campus Location

Orlando (Main) Campus

Subjects

Behavioral cybersecurity; Computer security--Psychological aspects; Information technology--Psychological aspects; Human behavior--Research; Cognitive psychology--Research

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