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Cybersecurity workforce shortages: 67% report people deficits
The global cybersecurity workforce has reached 5.5 million people, an 8.7% increase from 2022, representing 440,000 new jobs, according to ISC2. While this is the highest …

10 essential cybersecurity cheat sheets available for free
Cheat sheets are concise, to-the-point references tailored for instant insights. This article provides a curated list of 10 essential cybersecurity cheat sheets, all free to …

15 free Microsoft 365 security training modules worth your time
Microsoft 365 is a cloud-based productivity suite. Beyond just tools like Word and Excel, it integrates productivity applications with cloud functionalities, device …

Turning military veterans into cybersecurity experts
In this Help Net Security interview, James Murphy, the Director of the TechVets Programme at the Forces Employment Charity and member of Fortinet’s Veterans Program …

Why security is the bedrock of success for mainframe projects
Enterprises looking to update their mission-critical operations are approaching modernization in three ways – modernizing on the mainframe, integrating with the …

Soft skills continue to challenge the cybersecurity sector
New cybersecurity findings pinpoint areas where cybersecurity experts are lacking, with interpersonal skills, cloud computing, and security measures standing out as the most …

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

Cloud service inefficiencies drain IT budgets
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, …

Hands-on threat simulations: Empower cybersecurity teams to confidently combat threats
Security processes are increasingly automated which has led some businesses to deprioritize developing their security teams’ defense skills. While antivirus and non-human …

Balancing cybersecurity with convenience and progress
Changing approaches to cybersecurity have led to slow but steady progress in defense and protection. Still, competing interests create a growing challenge for cybersecurity …

How companies can take control of their cybersecurity
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 …

Building GenAI competence for business growth
To embark on the GenAI technology adoption journey for business success, organizations require foundational activities related to GenAI investment, guidance in prioritizing …
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