SecurePersona - Personalized Cybersecurity Training System

A course project demonstrating personality-trait based personalized cybersecurity training.

Project Overview

SecurePersona is an innovative cybersecurity training system that personalizes learning content based on users' personality traits using the Big Five personality model.

Key Features

• Personality Assessment: Quick 5-minute Big Five personality evaluation
• Personalized Content: Tailored learning materials for different personality types
• Interactive Dashboard: Real-time progress tracking and security scoring
• Gamified Learning: Interactive simulations and phishing detection training
• Progress Analytics: Comprehensive learning reports and behavior improvement tracking

User Types

• Security-Conscious Users (28%): Advanced threat analysis and cutting-edge security tech
• Anxious-Cautious Users (35%): Supportive guidance with anxiety management
• Risk-Negligent Users (20%): Simplified approach with gamification elements
• Contradictory-Troubled Users (17%): Step-by-step guidance with emotional support

Design System

• Color Scheme: University of Washington Purple & Gold
• Primary: #4b2e83 (UW Purple)
• Secondary: #b7a57a (UW Gold)
• Typography: SF Pro Display / System fonts

Technical Stack

• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, Vanilla JavaScript
• Deployment: GitHub Pages
• Design: Responsive, mobile-friendly interface

Team Members

• Kaibo Wang: Framework Design, Data Analysis, User Research
• Meixuan Wang: UI/UX Design, Prototype Development, User Experience

Course Information

Course: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Institution: University of Washington
Project Type: User-Centric Design
Submission Date: May 30, 2025

Research Data

Based on survey data from 49 participants:

• 67.3% users show high attention to detail
• 57.1% users exhibit high anxiety levels
• 83.7% prefer visual learning methods
• 51% prefer hands-on practice

How to Use

1. Start with the personality assessment
2. Complete learning preference evaluation
3. Review your personalized results
4. Explore the customized dashboard
5. Engage with interactive learning modules
6. Practice with phishing detection simulation
7. Track your progress and improvements

Features Showcase

• Interactive personality assessment
• Real-time progress tracking
• Personalized learning recommendations
• Phishing email detection training
• Comprehensive analytics dashboard

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This project demonstrates the integration of psychological principles with cybersecurity education to create more effective, personalized training experiences.