Experiential Learning: Innovative Approaches to Post-Secondary Cybersecurity Education
Brendan Bertone et al.
Publication Date
9-8-2025
Abstract
The cybersecurity profession continues to face a significant shortfall of qualified professionals despite steady growth in degree programs. Employers consistently cite experience as the main barrier for entry-level cybersecurity hires. This paper argues that clinic-based experiential learning offers a scalable solution to that preparation gap. A systematic literature review spanning academic and professional literature was conducted to examine: (1) barriers to.