September 6, 2024 at 01:36PM The US government announced a new ‘Serve for America’ initiative to address cybersecurity job shortages by removing unnecessary degree requirements in favor of a skills-based approach. National Cyber Director Harry Coker emphasized the need for cyber talent and aims to prioritize candidates’ ability to perform the job rather than their … Read more
September 6, 2024 at 12:55PM The US faces a significant cybersecurity talent shortage, prompting federal initiatives to address the gap. The “Service for America” initiative aims to recruit and prepare Americans for cybersecurity, technology, and AI roles by removing degree requirements and emphasizing skills-based hiring. Efforts also focus on supporting neurodivergent and visually impaired candidates. … Read more
July 2, 2024 at 02:43PM Large organizations, especially those with more than $1 billion in revenue, increased their cyber workforce, with an average of one cyber professional per 1,086 employees in 2024. Financial companies lead the pack with one cyber expert per 267 employees, while industrial groups lag behind at one per 1,390. Cyber readiness … Read more
June 5, 2024 at 06:54AM According to CyberSeek, the US needs over 200,000 more cybersecurity professionals. The initiative aims to offer detailed job market data. Cybersecurity job postings totaled nearly 470,000 between May 2023 and April 2024, with certain roles in high demand. Despite tech hiring difficulties, cybersecurity job postings decreased less than overall IT. … Read more
April 23, 2024 at 04:59PM CompTIA announced that eight of its IT certifications are now part of the U.S. Department of Defense’s Cyber Workforce Qualification Program, aiming to develop a diverse workforce to safeguard the nation’s interests. These certifications cover 31 different roles within the cyber workforce, supporting a targeted and role-based approach to qualifying … Read more
April 5, 2024 at 09:06AM The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announced $3.6 million in grants to tackle cybersecurity skills shortage. 18 organizations across 15 states will each receive around $200,000 to educate future cybersecurity employees. The project, overseen by NICE, aims to build cybersecurity workforce through Regional Alliances and Multistakeholder Partnerships … Read more
January 24, 2024 at 10:13AM The nation is experiencing unprecedented challenges, particularly in cybersecurity. Nation-state-backed hackers pose more sophisticated and indiscriminate threats than ever before, requiring collaboration between public and private sectors. The shortage of cybersecurity professionals further exacerbates the issue, making veterans with their adaptable, problem-solving, and technical skills, coupled with security clearances, valuable … Read more
December 28, 2023 at 07:03AM Saudi Arabia is making significant strides in cybersecurity, propelled by the National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA). The NCA has released various regulations and tools, contributing to the Kingdom’s improved cybersecurity landscape. Efforts include workforce development, global recognition, and hosting industry events. However, the country still faces cyber threats and a shortage … Read more