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Soft skills continue to challenge the cybersecurity sector

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Soft skills continue to challenge the cybersecurity sector 05/10/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security New cybersecurity findings pinpoint areas where cybersecurity experts are lacking, with interpersonal skills, cloud computing, and security measures standing out as the most prominent skill deficiencies in cybersecurity specialists, according to a new ISACA report. 59 percent of cybersecurity leaders […]

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CISO’s compass: Mastering tech, inspiring teams, and confronting risk

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CISO’s compass: Mastering tech, inspiring teams, and confronting risk 03/10/2023 at 07:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Okey Obudulu, CISO at Skillsoft, talks about the increasing complexity of the CISO role and challenges they face. He discusses the business environment, tech innovation, the evolving regulatory landscape, limited resources, and budgets. Obudulu

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Cloud service inefficiencies drain IT budgets

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Cloud service inefficiencies drain IT budgets 27/09/2023 at 06:01 By Help Net Security 71% of IT professionals stated that cloud-related costs make up 30% or more of their total IT spend, according to Aptum. In the current demanding economic environment, organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the financial implications of their business operations. While the

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Hands-on threat simulations: empower cybersecurity teams to confidently combat threats

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Hands-on threat simulations: empower cybersecurity teams to confidently combat threats 25/09/2023 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Security processes are increasingly automated which has led some businesses to deprioritize developing their security teams’ defense skills. While antivirus and non-human generated threat detections efficiently identify vulnerabilities, they cannot detect every single threat. With the rising number

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Balancing cybersecurity with convenience and progress

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Balancing cybersecurity with convenience and progress 25/09/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Changing approaches to cybersecurity have led to slow but steady progress in defense and protection. Still, competing interests create a growing challenge for cybersecurity decision makers and practitioners, according to CompTIA. The state of cybersecurity Most business and technology professionals feel that

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How companies can take control of their cybersecurity

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How companies can take control of their cybersecurity 21/09/2023 at 07:17 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Baya Lonqueux, CEO at Reciproc-IT, discusses the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the essential skillsets needed for teams working in this field. The interview highlights the shift from technical expertise to a focus on organizational and

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Building GenAI competence for business growth

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Building GenAI competence for business growth 21/09/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security To embark on the GenAI technology adoption journey for business success, organizations require foundational activities related to GenAI investment, guidance in prioritizing use cases, and identification of key stakeholders essential for building and implementing successful initiatives, according to IDC. Essential key activities

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18 free Microsoft Azure cybersecurity resources you should check out

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18 free Microsoft Azure cybersecurity resources you should check out 20/09/2023 at 07:33 By Help Net Security Far exceeding a traditional public cloud platform, Azure is a comprehensive suite of over 200 products and cloud services engineered to solve current challenges and pave the way for the future. Whether you’re looking to build, run, or

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17 free AWS cybersecurity courses you can take right now

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17 free AWS cybersecurity courses you can take right now 12/09/2023 at 08:02 By Help Net Security Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the most extensive and widely-used cloud platform in the world, providing more than 200 services through global data centers. It serves millions of clients, ranging from startups to major corporations and government organizations.

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Cyber talent gap solutions you need to know

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Cyber talent gap solutions you need to know 06/09/2023 at 07:03 By Help Net Security 90% of consumers across the US and UK are concerned about cybersecurity’s future if students aren’t exposed to the field at an earlier age, according to ThreatX. 88% are worried that today’s talent shortage will negatively impact protection of their

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6 free resources for getting started in cybersecurity

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6 free resources for getting started in cybersecurity 05/09/2023 at 06:32 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity is not just a career field on the rise – it’s a calling that’s increasingly vital to the infrastructure of our world. But stepping into the universe of threat vectors and intrusion detection systems might sound like a journey

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Why cybersecurity is a blue-collar job

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Why cybersecurity is a blue-collar job 09/08/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity has witnessed exponential growth in recent years, fueled by the increasing sophistication of cyber threats. As the demand for skilled professionals continues to surge, traditional approaches to education and job requirements are being challenged. In this article, I will explore the

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Using creative recruitment strategies to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage

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Using creative recruitment strategies to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage 09/08/2023 at 07:03 By Mirko Zorz With the increasing complexity of cyber threats and the global shortage of cybersecurity experts, organizations are looking for creative approaches to recruiting and retaining top talent. In this Help Net Security interview, Jon Check, Executive Director of Cybersecurity Protection

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US government outlines National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy

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US government outlines National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy 01/08/2023 at 14:03 By Zeljka Zorz After the release of a National Cybersecurity Strategy and its implementation plan, the Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy (NCWES), “aimed at addressing both immediate and long-term cyber workforce needs.” The National Cyber Workforce and

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5 free online cybersecurity courses you should check out

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5 free online cybersecurity courses you should check out 26/06/2023 at 06:30 By Help Net Security Cryptography In this course, you’ll learn how to protect information to ensure its integrity, confidentiality, authenticity, and non-repudiation. You will develop a basic understanding of cryptographic concepts and how to apply them, implement secure protocols, key management concepts, critical

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Demand for STEM training skyrockets

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Demand for STEM training skyrockets 20/06/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security The rapid pace of globalization, digital transformation, and AI advancements have created a renewed demand for digital and human skills among US learners, according to Coursera. “The rise of digital jobs and remote work is creating unprecedented opportunities for local talent to participate

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Embracing realistic simulations in cybersecurity training programs

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Embracing realistic simulations in cybersecurity training programs 07/06/2023 at 07:09 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Ed Adams, CEO of Security Innovation, discusses the shifts in cybersecurity training. 60% of companies now include realistic simulations in their cybersecurity training programs compared to 36% in 2020. According to Security Innovation research, organizations

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Realistic simulations are transforming cybersecurity training

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Realistic simulations are transforming cybersecurity training 25/05/2023 at 07:15 By Help Net Security To achieve a diverse and well-trained cybersecurity workforce, organizations recognize the value of a quality training program supported by the pursuit of cybersecurity certifications, according to Security Innovation and Ponemon Institute. The report revealed a growing embrace of realistic simulations in training

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Google Cloud CISO on why the Google Cybersecurity Certificate matters

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Google Cloud CISO on why the Google Cybersecurity Certificate matters 16/05/2023 at 11:53 By Mirko Zorz As part of Google’s commitment to building a strong cybersecurity workforce, the Google Cybersecurity Certificate offers an affordable and accessible pathway to a career in cybersecurity. In this Help Net Security interview, Phil Venables, CISO at Google Cloud, sheds

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