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Project Information

Student Name
Juan Talome
Course
Managing Information Systems Projects (CIS 4860-01)
Semester
Fall 2025
📄 Project Title: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity
📖 Project Description: This research paper will focus on new emerging AI technologies and how they are being implemented in tools and cybersecurity practices. The project will develop a clear and well researched paper that explains how artificial intelligence is being applied in cybersecurity and what value it provides.
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Vision, Mission & Strategy

👁️ Vision: Develop a clear and well researched paper that explains how artificial intelligence is being applied in cybersecurity and what value it provides.
🎯 Mission: Gather and review reliable academic and industry sources to understand how emerging AI technologies are being used in cybersecurity tools and practices.
⚡ Strategy: Build an annotated bibliography, analyze key findings from the sources, and use that analysis to write a structured research paper supported with evidence.
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Business Case

📈 Professional Growth: This project will help me grow professionally by strengthening my research and analysis skills in the high demand area of cybersecurity. I will learn how to evaluate academic and industry sources, compare different AI tools and practices, and communicate findings clearly in both written and presentation formats. These skills will help me in future classes, internships, and job opportunities in cybersecurity.
❤️ Personal Development: On a personal level this project will deepen my understanding of a topic I am passionate about. Exploring how AI is changing cybersecurity will give me confidence to discuss current trends and show initiative in an area that is connected to my career goals.
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Project Scope

✅ In Scope for Semester

  • 📄 Literature review report on AI in cybersecurity
  • 📚 Annotated bibliography of selected sources
  • 📖 Final research paper with findings and conclusion
  • 📋 Summary report analyzing emerging AI technologies
  • 🎤 Presentation slides summarizing key research outcomes

🔄 Roadmap Items (Next 6 Months)

  • 📄 Update research paper with new information
  • 📈 Expand literature review with additional sources
  • 📊 Develop visual dashboard for adoption trends
  • 📰 Submit research paper to student journal

❌ Out of Scope

  • ⚠️ Develop functional AI cybersecurity system
  • ⚠️ Perform real-life tests with industry tools
  • ⚠️ Provide hands-on cybersecurity services
  • ⚠️ Conduct long-term yearly studies
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Stakeholder Analysis

Stakeholder Category Role/Interest Power Interest Engagement Strategy
Professor Internal Guides deliverables and evaluates work High High Maintain good communication and ask for feedback
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Regulatory Ensures best practices, compliance, and trustworthiness of AI driven cybersecurity High Low Show alignment to NIST standards in conclusions to ensure credibility
Classmates Internal Peer review and presentation audience Low High Keep informed with periodic updates and requests for feedback
University Library Internal Provides access to academic and industry sources Low High Access quality research and consult librarians as needed
Industry Professionals External Optional insights on current practices and trends Low High Occasional outreach for short input when relevant
AI Tech Vendors External Background on tooling capabilities and limitations Low Low Monitor public documentation and industry papers
Future Employers External Potential consumers of research outcomes Low High Highlight project on LinkedIn and networking
General Public External Potential benefits from AI security advances Low High Make paper accessible to general audience
Power-Interest Grid
POWER →
INTEREST →

🔒 Keep Satisfied

High Power, Low Interest
  • NIST

⚡ Manage Closely

High Power, High Interest
  • Professor

👁️ Monitor

Low Power, Low Interest
  • AI Tech Vendors

📢 Keep Informed

Low Power, High Interest
  • Classmates
  • University Library
  • Industry Professionals
  • Future Employers
  • General Public
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Project Methodology

Hybrid-Iterative Methodology

Structured approach with fixed deadlines, regular feedback, and iterative improvements

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⏰ Fixed Structure: Steady paced work with consistent deadlines prevents rushing
🔄 Regular Feedback: Ensures alignment with project requirements and rubric
⚖️ Balanced Approach: Not too fast-paced, but maintains consistency for quality work
📊 Methodology Explanation: For my methodology I chose hybrid interactive for my project. One reason I chose this method is because the structure and deadlines are fixed. This is beneficial for me because it keeps my work paced at a steady rate, which improves quality and prevents rushing everything at the end. Another reason this methodology helps is the lower risk of misalignment with project requirements—regular feedback sessions make sure my work stays clear and aligned with the rubric.
Hybrid‑iterative project methodology diagram with phased releases and feedback loops
📊 Hybrid-Iterative plan with 3 releases, feedback after each, and go/no-go decision points.

Project Management Tool: Trello

After reviewing Asana, Trello, and Microsoft Project, I have decided to use Trello for my project management tool because it best fits my needs and supports the structure of this project. Trello is easy to work with and provides features that help me visually map my hybrid methodology.

📋 Card Templates: Repeatable task structures for releases and phases
✅ Checklists: Break down deliverables into actionable steps
📅 Calendar View: Map fixed dates for iterations and deadlines
Screenshot of Trello board mapped to phases, releases, and feedback checkpoints
Trello board mapped to phases, releases, and feedback checkpoints.
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Project Deliverables

Deliverable Type SMART Description Definition of Done
Annotated Bibliography Tangible Compile 12 to 15 sources, including at least 8 peer reviewed articles. Follow APA format. Complete by September 30.
  • 12—15 sources
  • 8 peer reviewed sources
  • Follows APA format
  • Completed by September 30
Literature Review Report Tangible Write a report that organizes findings. Include 10 citations and follows APA format. Complete by October 21.
  • Report is 1,500 to 2,000 Words
  • At least 10 citations
  • Organized sections
  • Follows APA format
Final Research Paper Tangible Develop a 3,000 to 3,500 word final paper that integrates previous work and follows NIST guidelines. Complete by December 2.
  • Paper length 3000 to 3500 words
  • Integrates all work properly
  • Aligned with NIST and APA formatting
  • Completed by December 2
AI Technologies Summary Tangible Create a 2 to 3 page executive summary covering 5 emerging AI tools in cybersecurity plus analysis. Complete by November 4.
  • Describe 5 AI tools with benefits and risks
  • 2—3 page summary
  • Created analysis
  • Completed by November 4
Presentation Slides Tangible Prepare 10 to 12 slides that summarize the research. Each slide will have 30 words while including visuals. Completed by December 9.
  • 10 to 12 slides
  • Each slide has 30 words
  • Include visuals
  • Completed by December 9
September 30, 2025
📚 Annotated Bibliography
12-15 sources including 8 peer-reviewed articles, APA format
95% Complete
October 21, 2025
📄 Literature Review Report
1,500-2,000 words with organized sections and 10+ citations
60% Complete
November 4, 2025
📊 AI Technologies Summary
2-3 page executive summary covering 5 emerging AI tools with analysis
30% Complete
December 2, 2025
📖 Final Research Paper
3,000-3,500 words integrating all work, aligned with NIST guidelines
15% Complete
December 9, 2025
🎤 Presentation Slides
10-12 slides with 30 words each, including visuals
10% Complete
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Budget Analysis

Total Project Budget: $4,655.35

Detailed breakdown of project costs and resources

Cost Item Quantity/Hours Rate/Price Total Cost Notes
LABOR COSTS
Developer70$44.08$3,085.60Research and writing hours
Designer4$29.34$117.36Presentation design
Project Manager6$45.43$272.58Project coordination
Tester6$40.00$240.00Quality review
Business Analyst4$40.98$163.92Requirements analysis
LABOR SUBTOTAL$3,879.46
EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE
Software Licenses1$0.00$0.00Using free tools
Development Tools1$0.00$0.00Free academic access
EQUIPMENT SUBTOTAL$0.00
MATERIALS
Research Materials1$0.00$0.00University library access
MATERIALS SUBTOTAL$0.00
SERVICES
Consulting Services0$0.00$0.00Self-directed project
SERVICES SUBTOTAL$0.00
SUBTOTAL DIRECT COSTS$3,879.46Sum of all categories
Contingency Reserve (20%)$775.89Risk mitigation
TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET$4,655.35Final budget amount
Labor Costs
$3,879.46
Equipment
$0.00
Materials
$0.00
Services
$0.00
Contingency
$775.89

Budget Breakdown

Category Percent of Total
Labor83.33%
Equipment/Software0%
Materials0%
Services0%
Contingency16.67%
👨‍💻 Developer: 70 hours @ $44.08/hr
🎨 Designer: 4 hours @ $29.34/hr
📋 PM: 6 hours @ $45.43/hr
🧪 Tester: 6 hours @ $40.00/hr