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Critical Cybersecurity Skills Shortages Worsen Security Postures Globally

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A new report from ISC2 reveals that 59% of global organizations face critical or significant cybersecurity skills shortages, up from 44% last year. These shortages are leading to significant security incidents, with 88% of respondents experiencing at least one major incident due to skill gaps. The most pressing skill shortages are in AI, cloud security, risk assessment, and application security. The primary drivers of these shortages are a lack of talent and budget constraints. Despite budget cuts and layoffs remaining stable, the focus is shifting from increasing headcount to addressing critical skills gaps.

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  1. 04.12.2025 13:00 1 articles · 23h ago

    ISC2 2025 Cybersecurity Workforce Study Reveals Critical Skills Shortages

    The 2025 ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, which polled over 16,000 industry professionals, revealed that 59% of organizations face critical or significant cybersecurity skills shortages, up from 44% in 2024. The study highlights that AI, cloud security, risk assessment, and application security are the most pressing skill gaps. These shortages are leading to a rise in significant cybersecurity incidents, with 88% of respondents experiencing at least one major incident. The study also notes a shift in focus from increasing headcount to addressing critical skills gaps, as the share of respondents reporting significant staff shortages decreased by 2%. Additionally, cybersecurity professionals are increasingly adopting AI, viewing it as a career-enhancing tool rather than a threat.

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