How to close the cybersecurity workforce gap

(ISC)² released the findings of its 2021 (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study. The study reveals updated figures for both the Cybersecurity Workforce Estimate and the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap in 2021, provides key insights into the makeup of the pro… Continue reading How to close the cybersecurity workforce gap

Seven years later, DHS set to roll out dramatic changes to system for hiring cyber pros

Soon, a cybersecurity professional at the Department of Homeland Security could make as much money as the vice president of the United States, $255,800 — or more, up to $332,100, if they’re in a geographic market where that salary makes the offer competitive. It’s just one feature of a dramatic overhaul of how DHS hires cyber personnel rolling out on Nov. 15 after seven years in the making. The Cyber Talent Management System dispenses with traditional federal job classifications in place since 1949, changes how applicants prove themselves, ties pay increases to something other than longevity of service and much more. At a time when private sector organizations and government agenies struggle to recruit and retain cyber personnel, DHS officials and outside observers alike are hopeful the system will deliver results. It’s a priority not just for DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas but for the chief of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure […]

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(ISC)² launches entry-level certification to support cybersecurity career ambitions

(ISC)² announced plans to pilot a new entry-level cybersecurity certification exam as part of its portfolio of industry qualifications. Commencing with a Job Task Analysis (JTA) survey that helps to map the domains that will be covered by the exam, the… Continue reading (ISC)² launches entry-level certification to support cybersecurity career ambitions

Recommendations for improving DEI in cybersecurity teams

(ISC)² published a research study that highlights the unique challenges diverse cybersecurity professionals around the world face and provides recommendations to create positive change. The research provides rare access to the personal experiences of m… Continue reading Recommendations for improving DEI in cybersecurity teams

(ISC)² announces InclusionREADY to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion in cybersecurity

(ISC)² announced InclusionREADY, a series of special events focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at the (ISC)² Security Congress 2021. InclusionREADY is dedicated to igniting industry passion for diversifying the profession, celebrating div… Continue reading (ISC)² announces InclusionREADY to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion in cybersecurity

(ISC)² goes to school: CISSP preparation and training as part of a specialist study

In this interview with Help Net Security, Renata Mekovec, Associate Professor and Head of the postgraduate specialist study Information Systems Security Management and Auditing at the Faculty of Organization and Informatics (University of Zagreb), talk… Continue reading (ISC)² goes to school: CISSP preparation and training as part of a specialist study

Official (ISC)² CISSP CBK Reference: Out with the old, in with the new

Arthur Deane is a Senior Director at Capital One Financial, where he leads cybersecurity activities in the Card division. He is also the co-author of the Official (ISC)² CISSP CBK Reference, 6th edition. In this interview with Help Net Security, he dis… Continue reading Official (ISC)² CISSP CBK Reference: Out with the old, in with the new

Highest paying IT certifications in 2021

A report on the skills and salaries of professionals in the technology sector reveals the true value of certification. It also identifies the number one reason for leaving a job is a lack of career growth and professional development. Questionmark, the… Continue reading Highest paying IT certifications in 2021