Our dependence on technology has introduced new and sophisticated cyberthreats that elevate the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals. The field is expected to experience a surge in job opportunities. Follow these steps to kick-start your career in this challenging yet rewarding field.
A new initiative in the U.S. is pairing college students with university researchers to strengthen cybersecurity defenses for resource-poor organizations and small businesses. The program serves as both an educational platform and a way for students to gain practical field experience.
In response to rising stress levels in cybersecurity, industry leaders, including CTO Sarb Sembhi of Virtually Informed, have launched the Mental Health in CyberSecurity Charter and Foundation to focus on mental health, high-pressure jobs and burnout in the field.
Unit 8200 is the Israeli Intelligence Corps unit of the Israel Defense Forces responsible for - among other tasks - counterintelligence and cyberwarfare. Chen Shmilo heads the 8200 Alumni Association and sees it as a hotbed for cybersecurity innovation and leadership.
The differences between working in cybersecurity in the U.K. and U.S. are not just a matter of accent or office culture; they are a study in how national security priorities, regulatory environments and cultural attitudes toward privacy and surveillance affect cyber workers' professional lives.
Being an effective leader involves recognizing and embracing the expertise of others, particularly in areas where your own knowledge is limited. Here are tips on how to attract top talent and retain these exceptional employees by fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous learning.
According to a new survey from ISC2, the nonprofit member organization that promotes cybersecurity education, 82% of cybersecurity professionals say AI will improve their job efficiency by helping them conduct analysis, automate tasks, perform monitoring, predict vulnerabilities and block threats.
About 20% of new companies created in the U.K. every day - or some 800 firms - are scams. These fake businesses are being created from an ocean of stolen high-quality data related to real people, making it hard to spot the fraudsters, said Graham Barrow, director of "The Dark Money Files" podcast.
The recently released ISC2 workforce study highlights a staggering deficit of 4 million professionals needed in the cybersecurity industry. Despite the challenges, CISO Jon France sees room for optimism. "It's a great profession to come into - never a dull moment," he said.
Global demand for qualified cybersecurity professionals has never been greater. Research shows there’s a shortage of nearly 4 million cybersecurity workers compared to the number of roles that need to be filled.
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Israel is known for its cyber resilience, but small and medium businesses in the country need to reduce external communication during wartime to reduce their attack surface, said May Brooks-Kempler, director of Cyber Range Solutions and founder and former president of ISC2 Israel Chapter.
Tech firms are making huge investments in generative AI tools, but nearly half of cybersecurity professionals say they have little or no or knowledge of AI, according to ISC2's Cyber Workforce Study 2023, which surveyed 14,865 international security practitioners and decision-makers.
What kinds of training do security professionals need? The biggest skills gaps are soft skills - 55%, cloud computing - 47%, security controls - 35%, coding skills and software development - both at 30%, says ISACA's State of Cybersecurity 2023 survey of more than 2,000 security leaders globally.
Companies are still struggling to make cybersecurity an integrated and proactive part of their strategy, operations and culture. Even though cybersecurity professionals are responsible for securing businesses, when companies make big, strategic decisions cybersecurity is often an afterthought, resulting in increased...
You prove every day that you have what it takes to secure critical assets. But our profession is always changing, and even the brightest minds can benefit from having a guide on the journey to success. ISC2 is here to help you discover the right path, create your plan and thrive throughout your career. The Ultimate...
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