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Cybersecurity's workforce woes are a myth: 5 ways to rethink recruiting

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Feed Name: ReversingLabs Blog

Date Published: 2024-08-20

Date Updated: 2026-04-29

Author: [email protected] (Ericka Chickowski)

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This article argues that the perceived cybersecurity skills shortage is largely a hiring and talent problem, not a lack of candidates. It cites issues such as vague multi-role job postings, overreliance on certifications and degrees, reluctance to hire entry-level workers, and discounting career pivoters, while highlighting efforts like federal skills-based hiring. The recommended remedies include clearer role definitions, upskilling pathways (mentorship, apprenticeships, training), recruiting from underrepresented and internal pools, and offering more competitive compensation.

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