talent gap

54% of cyber leaders say budget constraints are a top challenge

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54% of cyber leaders say budget constraints are a top challenge

Fortra has published its 2025 State of Cybersecurity survey, revealing insights into the biggest threats on cyber experts’ radars. More than 400 cybersecurity experts across industries were surveyed, including those from the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, the Caribbean, Australia, and New Zealand.  Over the next six months, respondents predict the top cyber threats will be:  Phishing (81%) Ransomware and malware (76%) Unintentional data loss (63%) Social engineering (55%)  Third-party…

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Network security implications of the Great Resignation

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Network security implications of the Great Resignation

Despite the joy younger generations derive from poking fun at the older cohorts of the population, the inevitable retirement of these veteran professionals — particularly in technical roles like network engineers, IT, cybersecurity, etc. — will create serious security implications. A 2023 study of this impending wave of retirements (aptly dubbed the Great Resignation) surveyed CIOs and network engineers in multiple Western countries, discovering that 86% of US-based CIOs expect that at least 25% of…

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Closing the cybersecurity skills gap: 3 steps risk leaders must take

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Closing the cybersecurity skills gap: 3 steps risk leaders must take

The workforce issues plaguing the cybersecurity sector are no longer a trend — they’re an urgent call to action that leaders need to take steps to answer. Cyber teams are already overwhelmed by the challenges in the modern risk ecosystem. Cyberattacks are growing faster than positions. Employees are underequipped and under-skilled, trying to keep pace with a rapidly evolving digital ecosystem that hackers are keen to exploit. In some cases, companies have even laid off…

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Will the AI revolution collapse the cybersecurity skills gap?

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Will the AI revolution collapse the cybersecurity skills gap?

With AI-powered cyber threats growing by the day, the cyber skills gap reached 4 million people in 2023. Gardner theorizes that by 2028, the adoption of GenAI will significantly reduce that gap, removing the need for specialized education from 50% of entry-level cybersecurity positions. This would alleviate a major challenge facing the cybersecurity community… but what about today? Most businesses are anxious to embrace the power of generative AI, but only a small proportion currently…

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How security leaders can close the tech talent gap — once and for all

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How security leaders can close the tech talent gap — once and for all

Competition for tech talent is hotter than ever, fueled by technological growth. As new research has found, security organizations are feeling this acutely, particularly in light of recent cyberattacks. High-profile hacks targeting organizations from the Ascension health system to the UK Ministry of Defence payroll system highlight the need for tech-savvy talent. Beset by challenges such as outdated employee value propositions, prescriptive career paths, and low pay, security organizations often struggle to attract this type of talent. Even with…

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How to close the widening AI and cybersecurity skills gap

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How to close the widening AI and cybersecurity skills gap

With so many emerging cybersecurity threats, it can be easy to forget about a notable, growing cybersecurity concern: the talent gap. As malicious actors continue to evolve their tools and techniques, how can organizations keep pace with the shifting threat landscape while facing a skills shortage?  Here, we talk to Riccardo Ocleppo, Founder and CEO of Open Institute of Technology.  Security magazine: Tell us about your title and background.  I am the founder of Docsity and…

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How to tackle burnout at the source in the security operations center

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How to tackle burnout at the source in the security operations center

Frontline security teams play an invaluable role in their organization’s health and success. But as cyberattacks increase and organizations face a mountain of internal and external pressures, burnout among security professionals has hit worrying levels — leaving many heading for the door. Tines’s 2023 Voice of the SOC report recently shone a spotlight on the scale of this issue. This survey of 900 security professionals across the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe found…

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Bridging the widening cybersecurity skills gap

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Bridging the widening cybersecurity skills gap

In today’s cyber landscape, the challenges loom large. Evolving threats and technologies have reshaped the battleground, making traditional on-premises infrastructure defenses obsolete. Despite advancements in security tools, a pressing issue remains: a significant shortage of skilled professionals. In addition to the compromise of mission-critical systems and networks, enterprises grapple with reputational damage, financial losses, compliance hurdles and legal ramifications from a cyberattack. Organizations must not only address current risks but also anticipate future threats, safeguard…

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Breaking down DE&I barriers: Practical tips for security leaders

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Breaking down DE&I barriers: Practical tips for security leaders

March is Women’s History Month — an important time to acknowledge the women who are paving the way for innovation within organizations across all industries, specifically within science, technology engineering and math (STEM) fields such as cybersecurity, computer sciences and beyond. The crossroads of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and cybersecurity is a powerful reminder that diversity is at the heart of innovation. The more varied the experiences and thinking of employees, the better the…

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Why women should consider cybersecurity to help close the skills gap

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Why women should consider cybersecurity to help close the skills gap

Children are often asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” For the majority of individuals, professions such as teacher, nurse, pilot or astronaut were popular responses. However, for generation alpha, these responses have shifted to viral YouTube sensations or TikTok content creators due to today’s popularity of social media apps. So what does this mean for low visibility jobs like cybersecurity? There are countless jobs that are necessary for the safety…

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