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How to Overcome Talent Shortages and Skills Gaps
A recent report and panel discussion by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium concluded that the technology industry urgently needs more cybersecurity professionals — but significant barriers persist. The 2024 ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, which includes responses from 15,852 cybersecurity practitioners and decision-makers globally, found that 90% of respondents face skills shortages within their organizations — particularly in areas…
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Reinvent IT EVP to Attract & Retain Critical Talent, CIOs Advised
The employment value proposition is no longer a novelty for companies; COVID-19 has acted as a catalyst, forcing companies to confront significant shifts in working preferences and employee expectations. The rise of remote and hybrid work, along with increased pressures for work-life balance, has prompted a deeper understanding of the EVP. While many organizations are still in the early stages…
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Civil service hopes to attract best and brightest cyber talent with new graduate scheme
The UK government is set to add a specific cybersecurity track to its Fast Stream graduate scheme, along with a new Risk Management track. The new paths are expected to run alongside the existing Digital, Data, Technology and Cyber scheme, which will lose its cyber element. Applications are expected to open at the same time as for existing tracks, on…
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Calls for lighter visa restrictions mount as UK tech faces talent shortfall
Companies across UK tech are calling on the Labour government to change visa restrictions brought in under previous Tory rule, according to Centuro Global, the firm leading the charge. Capitalizing on the change in administration, Centuro is asking that the government “reconsider recent restrictions” placed on the ‘Skilled Worker’ visa route. As part of this request, the firm will present…
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