
The Widespread Global Impact of the Cybersecurity Skills ShortageĪccording to (ISC)²'s 2021 Cyber Workforce Report, the global cybersecurity workforce needs to grow 65 percent to effectively defend organizations' critical assets. The report also suggests ways the skills gap can be addressed, such as through training and certifications to increase employees' education. As a result, the skills gap remains a top concern for C-level executives and is increasingly becoming a board-level priority.

The new global report reveals that the cybersecurity skills shortage continues to have multiple challenges and repercussions for organizations, including the occurrence of security breaches and subsequently loss of money. As part of this commitment, Fortinet has pledged to train 1 million professionals to increase cyber skills and awareness and make a dent in the skills gap by 2026."įortinet®, a global leader in broad, integrated, and automated cybersecurity solutions, today released its 2022 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report. Through Fortinet's Training Advancement Agenda (TAA) and Training Institute programs, we are committed to tackling the challenges revealed in the report through various initiatives, including programs focused on cybersecurity certifications and recruiting more women into cyber. "According to the Fortinet report released today, the skills gap isn't just a talent shortage challenge, but it's also severely impacting business, making it a top concern for executive leaders worldwide. Sandra Wheatley, SVP Marketing, Threat Intelligence and Influencer Communications at Fortinet Fortinet Releases New Research on Key Concerns around the Cybersecurity Talent Shortage, Recruitment, Diversity, and Security Awareness
