Nearly any security leader will tell you that they do not have enough resources to protect their organization effectively and consistently. This is due to the global cybersecurity workforce gap, which is estimated to be 3.4 million people. As a result, 70% of leaders believe that this gap increases the risk of cyber attacks. Unfortunately, some technology companies have had to reduce their payrolls due to economic slowdowns, leading to over 150,000 layoffs. This presents an opportunity for companies looking to fill cybersecurity roles, as there are now more qualified job seekers on the market. To attract and retain cybersecurity professionals, organizations should look beyond those with existing cybersecurity experience and consider an expanded talent pool. They should also identify existing employees who can be upskilled or reskilled, prioritize soft skills, and tap into new talent pools. Additionally, they should not view a four-year degree as the only validation of experience for open roles, as there are many paths an individual can take to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills. Fortinet is helping to solve the cyber skills gap by providing training and mentoring programs to expose more individuals from underrepresented groups to cybersecurity.
This Cyber News was published on www.csoonline.com. Publication date: Thu, 09 Feb 2023 16:54:02 +0000