Summary:

- The global cyber skills gap has reached a record four million people.

- Despite an increase in cybersecurity professionals, 62% of cybersecurity teams are understaffed.

- Ransomware attacks have increased the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals.

- Lay-offs, budget cuts, and hiring freezes have impacted cybersecurity teams.

- The cyber skills gap is expected to widen in 2024 due to security cutbacks and economic uncertainty.

- AI may not immediately solve the skills gap as organizations lack expertise in AI.

- Actions are being taken to address the skills gap, such as the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy.

- Ongoing education and training, expanding ideas of high-quality candidates, and government-industry collaboration are important strategies to tackle the skills gap in 2024.

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https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news-features/cyber-skills-gap-grow-2024/