Student-Led Cybersecurity: Bridging Talent Gaps with AI at Auburn University
03/27/25
In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly speaks with Jay James, senior cybersecurity operations lead at Auburn University, and Corey Lee, CTO for Security at Microsoft. They discuss the critical shortage of cybersecurity talent in higher education and explore how Auburn University's Security Operations Center (SOC) is utilizing student workers to bridge this gap. The conversation dives into the unique setup of their SOC, the impact of AI tools like Security Copilot, and the benefits of recruiting students from diverse academic backgrounds. Highlights include the operational and educational advantages of involving students in cybersecurity, and strategies for other institutions looking to implement similar programs.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:40 The Cybersecurity Talent Shortage in Higher Education
02:54 Auburn's Security Operations Center and Student Involvement
07:22 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity Training
19:53 Student Recruitment and Success Stories
30:28 Advice for Institutions Starting a Student SOC
34:14 Conclusion and Podcast Sign-off
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Music: Mixkit
Duration: 35 minutes
Transcript (Coming Soon)