Cyber Security Talent - A Critical National Priority

摘要

The cyber security industry is currently facing a monumental shortfall in security professionals. There is a lack of capable, fresh, new talent within the industry. Talent that is vital to uphold national cyber defence capabilities. In the latest (ISC)2 report from the International Information System Security Certification Consortium, it is stated that the cyber security sector suffered a shortage of 4.07 million during 2019. Now at 3.12 million, the industry comprises of 700,000 security professionals. The ISC has put this skill shortage down to an 'uncertain demand due to the economic impact of Covid-19'. Not only are existing cyber security professionals stretched, but the industry needs to grow by '89% worldwide and 41 % in the US to fill the talent gap' says the ISC. The report goes on to highlight that, amidst a need of professionals, current security teams are also at risk, as cuts are made in a bid to shave down IT departments amidst the ambiguity of remote working. Leaving companies more vulnerable than they may realise.