What role does higher education play in cyber? [CISOP]

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🗓️ 10 March 2026

⏱️ 45 minutes

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Show Notes: Cybersecurity has continued to grow and mature as a field over the past decade which has given rise to numerous degree pathways across dozens of collegiate institutions; however, the value of these degrees has continued to be a topic of debate. In this episode of CISO Perspectives, host ⁠Kim Jones⁠ sits down with Dr. Lara Ferry, the Vice President of Research at Arizona State University, to explore higher education's role in cyber. Throughout the conversation, Lara and Kim will discuss the challenges facing degree programs, the disconnects between organizations and institutions, and how the gap can be better addressed. Want more CISO Perspectives?: Check out a companion ⁠⁠blog post⁠⁠ by our very own Ethan Cook, where he breaks down key insights, shares behind-the-scenes context, and highlights research that complements this episode. It’s the perfect follow-up if you’re curious about the cyber talent crunch and how we can reshape the ecosystem for future professionals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:57.5	That's M-E-T-E-R dot com slash C-I-S-O-P.
1:08.9	Welcome to C-S-O-P.
1:14.6	I'm Kimmer-Jones, and I'm thrilled that you're here for this season's journey. We're bringing the deep conversations out of the conference, or more realistically the conference bar,
1:20.6	and tackling a single complex issue from every conceivable angle across a multi-episode arc.
1:26.6	As we continue our inaugural season, every conceivable angle across a multi-episode arc.
1:34.1	As we continue our inaugural season, we're examining the challenges surrounding the cyber talent ecosystem.
1:36.3	Today, we explore the question, what role does higher education play in cyber?
1:42.0	Let's get into it. Do I need to go to college to get into cybersecurity?
2:10.0	This is by far the most asked question by folks considering a cybersecurity career,
2:15.7	and it is also a source of contention among cyber professionals.
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