The Cybersecurity Skills Gap & Barriers to Entry
Summary
A live discussion will explore findings from a 2021 survey on the cybersecurity skills gap and barriers to entry. The survey highlights high training expectations, lack of diversity and inclusion, and toxic work environments as key contributors to the shortage of new workers in the field. The session includes a Q&A and will provide a recording for registered attendees.
IFF Assessment
The article discusses factors like toxic work environments and lack of diversity which hinder the recruitment and retention of cybersecurity professionals, exacerbating the skills gap.
Defender Context
The persistent cybersecurity skills gap means organizations may struggle to find and retain qualified personnel. Defenders should be aware of these workforce challenges and consider initiatives to improve recruitment, diversity, and workplace culture to attract and keep talent. This can impact incident response capabilities and overall security posture.