On this episode of "What's in the SoSS," Yesenia Yser sits down with Justin Cappos, NYU professor and self-described "OG software supply chain guy" who's been working in this space since 2002. Justin reveals why most universities fail to teach fundamental security practices—from MFA to code signing—and how his groundbreaking software supply chain security course is creating some of the top 500 most qualified professionals in the world. We discuss the challenges of keeping curriculum current in a rapidly evolving field, the "throw them in the deep end" approach to teaching open source collaboration, and Justin's vision for transforming security education across institutions nationwide through the Linux Foundation's Academic Computing Acceleration Program.Episode links:Justin Cappos NYU Professor PageNYU Tandon School of EngineeringLinux Foundation Academic Computing AccreditationOpenSSF EducationCNCF Tag SecurityGet involved with the OpenSSFSubscribe to the OpenSSF newsletterFollow the OpenSSF on LinkedInChapters00:24 - Introduction & Guest Welcome01:49 - The SolarWinds Effect02:01 - Aligning with Linux Foundation's Academic Program04:06 - Critical Gaps in Traditional CS Education06:35 - Teaching Open Source Culture10:45 - Career Impact & Student Success13:52 - Adapting to AI & Rapid Industry Change16:30 - Vision for the Next 5-10 Years19:52 - Rapid Fire Round20:52 - Final Advice & Closing

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