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Women in Cyber Security on the Rise, But Facing More Layoffs and Budget Cuts Than Men

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Women in Cyber Security on the Rise, But Facing More Layoffs and Budget Cuts Than Men

Gender diversity in cybersecurity is slowly improving but inequities continue—a new report finds that the field has 5% more women than in 2023, but that they’re more exposed to other workplace challenges than male counterparts. About 32% of women respondents said their organizations experienced security layoffs over the last year compared to just 23% of male respondents. For Women’s History Month this March, ISC2 delved deeper into data collected for its 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study….

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ISC2 Security Congress: The Rise in Nation-State Cyber Threats

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ISC2 Security Congress: The Rise in Nation-State Cyber Threats

Today’s threat landscape includes nation-state actors as well as attackers looking to test their skills or turn a profit. AT ISC2 Security Conference in Las Vegas, CISA advisor and former New York Times cybersecurity journalist Nicole Perlroth took the stage to discuss what has changed over the last 10 years of cyber warfare. Her presentation was the capstone of the conference, held Oct. 13-16. Nation-state attackers look for ‘target-rich, cyber-poor’ victims Perlroth presented a timeline…

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Women in Cybersecurity: ISC2 Survey Shows Pay Gap and Benefits of Inclusive Teams

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Women in Cybersecurity: ISC2 Survey Shows Pay Gap and Benefits of Inclusive Teams

Only 17% of respondents to the ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study were women, showing a continued struggle for workplaces to recruit and retain women in this industry. This year’s report shows positive trends as well, with younger women finding paths into cybersecurity careers. ISC2 provided a detailed look at the state of women in the workforce, as well as tips for how to attract and retain diverse talent. ISC2 surveyed 14,865 cybersecurity practitioners in North America,…

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IBM, ISC2 Offer Free Cybersecurity Certificate

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IBM, ISC2 Offer Free Cybersecurity Certificate

Image: ISC2 The International Information System Security Certification Consortium and IBM teamed up on February 12 to launch the IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist Professional Certificate, which can be earned through a free, four-month, beginner-level training course. IBM chose ISC2 to develop the certification program, which prepares potential cybersecurity professionals for a career in a cybersecurity specialist role. The IBM and ISC2 Certificate provides cybersecurity training and proof of skills The IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity…

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Tips to recruit and retain employees in cybersecurity talent shortage

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Tips to recruit and retain employees in cybersecurity talent shortage

Tips to recruit and retain employees in cybersecurity talent shortage | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. …

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Clar Rosso | Most Influential People in Security 2023

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Clar Rosso | Most Influential People in Security 2023

Clar Rosso | Most Influential People in Security 2023 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This…

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(ISC)2 to offer 1 million free entry-level cybersecurity certification exams

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(ISC)2 to offer 1 million free entry-level cybersecurity certification exams

(ISC)2 to offer 1 million free entry-level cybersecurity certification exams | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. …

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Overcoming the cybersecurity skills gap with hiring practices

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Overcoming the cybersecurity skills gap with hiring practices

<!– Overcoming the cybersecurity skills gap with hiring practices | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This…

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