Why should a State Invest in People Living in Underserved Communities?

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Investing in people living in underserved communities can bring a variety of benefits to both the individuals and the state as a whole. Some potential benefits of investing in underserved communities include: Improved quality of life: Providing access to education, healthcare, and other resources can improve people’s overall quality of life in underserved communities. Economic…

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Nationwide Cybersecurity Review (NCSR)

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What is the Center for Internet Security (CIS)? The Center for Internet Security (CIS) is a non-profit organization focused on improving the security of organizations and individuals in the digital world. CIS is funded through various sources, including government grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. CIS was founded in 2000 and works with a range…

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Reasons to Develop a Retained Search Partnership

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Can You Afford Not to Invest in Retained Search for Senior and Complex Hires? Are you struggling to make those crucial hires?  Is the talent shortage cutting short your company’s ability to progress toward its strategic business goals? Your HR department is swamped.  Your security team is, too.  It needs improving with specific and complex…

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What is the CyDEI Program – and Why is it Crucial in Your Business?

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Meet the Challenges of DEI and Build for the Future There’s a significant and growing shortfall in the global cybersecurity workforce. Currently estimated at around 3.4 million by the (ISC)2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, it is likely to worsen before it gets better. The shortfall increased by 25% between 2021 and 2022 alone. Now, there are many reasons…

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Don’t Let Your Cybersecurity Workforce Shortfall Snowball

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Understanding the Link Between HR and Cybersecurity Staffing in Organizations The global cybersecurity workforce is bucking all economic trends. In a turbulent world where the threat of a deep and damaging recession is casting a dark shadow on all governments and businesses, employee numbers in cybersecurity are exploding. So, too, is the demand for professionals…

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Retained Search Mistakes to Avoid and How to Avoid Them

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Tips to Hire for Complex Senior Roles in Security More Effectively When you select a staffing agency and hire them for retained search, it’s crucial to avoid mistakes that will derail the benefits of a retained search agreement. Suppose you’re hiring for a senior or niche role in security; a retained search should give laser…

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How Do You Embed DEI Best Practices in Cybersecurity?

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7 Tips to Improve Your Cybersecurity Strategy with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We know that DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) is crucial in cybersecurity. We also know that the industry is suffering more than most from a lack of DEI in senior roles – and that minority demographics make up a decreasing proportion of the…

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