In a climate where remote work became more prevalent—and in some cases, mandatory—those citing “limited remote work possibilities” as a reason for leaving their cybersecurity role saw a six-percentage point decline (45%) compared to the year before.
Though the cybersecurity workforce was mainly spared the pandemic devastation experienced by other sectors, the survey found that longstanding issues persist, including:
- 61 percent of respondents indicate that their cybersecurity teams are understaffed.
- 55 percent say they have unfilled cybersecurity positions.
- 50 percent say their cybersecurity applicants are not well qualified.
- Only 31 percent say HR regularly understands their cybersecurity hiring needs.
Understaffed cybersecurity teams and attacks issues
