Abstract
This paper explores the integration of AI-driven personalization within cybersecurity education utilizing the Cyber Aptitude and Talent Assessment (CyberGEN.IQ) in the “CyberEd in a Box” program. The program leverages NIST/NICE Work Role classifications and CyberGEN.IQ results to construct cooperative teams and tailor individualized learning paths. By focusing on ethical training, particularly in ethical hacking, the program establishes a sophisticated model for delivering personalized, ethically rigorous cybersecurity education. This approach aims to bridge the skills gap in the cybersecurity workforce by combining technical skills with moral integrity. The paper discusses the program's methodology, including the use of AI tools like ChatGPT for personalized mentoring and the alignment of curriculum enhancements with neuroscientific insights on neuroplasticity and ethical cognition. Preliminary data from the program indicate significant improvements in student performance and engagement. The “CyberEd in a Box” program is highlighted as a progressive model at the 9th Future Technologies Conference 2024, demonstrating its potential to revolutionize cybersecurity education by fostering a comprehensive understanding of ethical principles alongside technical proficiency.