https://www.archive.aessweb.com/index.php/5007 Asian Economic and Social Society en-US International Journal of Asian Social Science 2226-5139 https://www.archive.aessweb.com/index.php/5007/article/view/5535 <p>This study aims to investigate the key determinants of cybersecurity awareness among Malaysian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), focusing on cybersecurity knowledge, access to resources, past experiences with cyber incidents, and government policies. A quantitative research design was adopted, collecting data from 240 SME owners across diverse sectors using an online survey. The data were analyzed using multiple regression techniques via SPSS to assess the impact of the independent variables on cybersecurity awareness. Findings reveal that cybersecurity knowledge is the strongest predictor of awareness, followed by access to cybersecurity resources and prior experience with cyber incidents. Although government policies and industry initiatives positively influence awareness, their impact is comparatively modest, indicating gaps in outreach and engagement. The study highlights the critical role of educational interventions and resource accessibility in enhancing SME cybersecurity resilience. Practical implications suggest that policymakers and industry stakeholders should focus on tailored training programs, affordable cybersecurity tools, and simplified policy communication to increase SME participation. Additionally, fostering platforms for SMEs to share experiences may promote collective learning and preparedness. This research contributes theoretical insights by integrating the Technology Acceptance Model and Protection Motivation Theory within the SME context in an emerging economy, offering a comprehensive understanding of behavioral and structural factors influencing cybersecurity awareness. The findings support more effective strategies to protect vulnerable SMEs, which are crucial for national economic security in the digital age.</p> Masri Bin Abdul Lasi Copyright (c) 2025 2025-08-18 2025-08-18 15 9 245 256 10.55493/5007.v15i9.5535 https://www.archive.aessweb.com/index.php/5007/article/view/5538 <p>Career success in academia has traditionally been assessed through objective indicators such as salary, promotions, and scholarly output, often neglecting subjective experiences like job satisfaction and work-life balance that are vital to academic fulfillment. Addressing this gap, the present study developed and validated the Dual-Dimensional Career Success Instrument (DDCS) to measure both objective and subjective aspects of career success among academicians in Malaysian Private Higher Education Institutions (PHEIs). The study employed a sequential explanatory mixed-methods design, beginning with qualitative interviews involving 14 academicians to guide item generation, followed by a quantitative survey administered to 413 academic staff. Findings revealed that academicians reported higher levels of subjective career success compared to objective measures, underscoring the salience of intrinsic values in academic career evaluation. This study contributes to the theoretical advancement of dual-dimensional career success models by contextualizing them within a non-Western academic environment. Practically, the DDCS provides higher education institutions with a robust, psychometrically sound tool to inform faculty development, career planning, and organizational policy. The instrument holds potential for broader adaptation in other professional sectors where both measurable achievements and personal fulfillment constitute career success.</p> Nurul Aini Khatijah Yusof Siti Aisyah Panatik Ruzanna Shahrin Copyright (c) 2025 2025-08-29 2025-08-29 15 9 257 276 10.55493/5007.v15i9.5538