Sourcing, demand, and effectively hiring cybersecurity professionals remains a challenging practice. However, onboarding new cybersecurity hires plays an integral role in their subsequent performance and success with your company. A well-planned and implemented onboarding process also helps you retain employees for the long haul. In a nutshell, your business should take a [...]
When recruiting for IT-specific roles, it is imperative to consider more than the candidate's technical qualifications. Soft skills such as collaboration and initiative, for instance, are often unequivocally essential, as is assessing their analytical skills and their understanding of your end service or product. So, what makes an IT professional a good [...]
To protect data and reduce cyberattacks, organizations need skilled professionals who can ensure the safety of computer networks and business information. Data is generated and analyzed at a much faster pace than ever before. Moreover, there is a greater-than-ever need to safeguard it since many business processes now depend on the availability [...]
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing industries that offers lucrative employment opportunities, competitive salaries, and unique work environments. And to top it all off, employers in this niche want to hire real talent instead of degrees. According to the Jobs of Tomorrow report by Forum, experts anticipate a quick influx of jobs [...]
There is no denying that tech companies are predominantly male, white, and Asian. The IT industry has yet to accommodate women, people of color, and other marginalized groups in the workplace. This absence of diversity could be attributed to the many barriers that prevent these diverse groups of people from pursuing careers [...]
Cybersecurity is critical for organizations operating in various industries. Unfortunately, research shows that approximately 2,200 cyberattacks per day cause significant reputational and financial damage. Your organization will also be required to invest in security tools and products to ensure effectiveness in risk mitigation. However, before investing in tools, it is essential to [...]
Three out of every four construction companies will experience a cyber security incident in the next twelve months. You may think it can’t happen to you because you’re an employee at a building site. It couldn’t happen at your small company because larger companies are more attractive targets. Cybercrime affects employees, companies, [...]
Not all cybersecurity firms are created equally. While many have the same goal of protecting a business’s technology infrastructure, some can’t rise to the challenge. Finding the right cybersecurity company to work for may seem complicated because there are many from which to choose. How can you identify the best companies in [...]
No matter where we look, we are inundated by stories of phishing scams, cybersecurity breaches, internet fraud, and other malign instances plaguing online businesses. As a result, cybercrime is a significant issue these days, giving rise to the prominence of solid cybersecurity practices. Everyone wants to ensure data security, whether a government-based [...]
In the previous year, high-profile cyber attacks from China and Russia have incited the United States and western allies to take swift action to encounter the escalating events. The Microsoft Exchange case, SolarWinds spyware access, and other ransomware attacks by criminal mobs dominate headlines compelling state-led responses for cybersecurity. However, it's not always [...]
The cybersecurity world faces numerous threats, including ransomware. Experts have long known that ransomware is a significant issue, but recent figures put the extent of the issue in perspective. Specifically, experts predict that by 2031, ransomware will cost businesses over $265 billion worldwide. The Ransomware Prediction The prediction comes from Cybersecurity Ventures. [...]
For years, experts have recommended cybersecurity as a future career choice, arguing that there will always be a strong demand. It seems that this advice was correct, as estimates now indicate that there will be 3.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs around the world by 2022. The Original Estimate Regarding Cybersecurity Jobs A [...]
