How to solve the cybersecurity talent shortage

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The coronavirus pandemic led to demand for cybersecurity professionals growing faster than the supply.
ISC2 reported a global staffing shortage in cybersecurity industry stands at four million employees.
A study of over a thousand cybersecurity professionals from 29 countries showed not all experts in cybersecurity studied the field at university.
The availability of specialized cybersecurity courses in colleges and universities was rated as poor, and responses to whether higher education is necessary for a cybersecurity career were mixed as well.
The problem with formal cybersecurity education is that it often lags behind real-world developments.
Surveyed cybersecurity specialists note that higher education often does not provide sufficient hands-on training or help develop skills for a career in the field, leaving young professionals unprepared for the job.
The lack of hands-on experience means many aspiring professionals can make poor decisions that can have serious consequences for employers.
To mitigate the shortage, companies can give entry-level employees opportunities to fill gaps in their theoretical and practical knowledge, especially as technology and threats evolve quickly.
Lastly, companies can invest in trainings and IT services to help mitigate the burden on their infosec department.
Managed Detection and Response and Incident Response are third-party services companies can seek help from.

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