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Cyber Security Employment: State of Play

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  • Duration: 1 min
  • Publication date: 24 May 2019

Abstract

 Demand for cyber security skills is set to rocket over the next five years.  To meet the skills gap, the industry needs to source talent from across the board - including professionals looking to re-skill into cyber security and young people considering a career in the fast-growing field.  We spoke to several employers and industry experts to hear their views on the current state of play.

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    Dr Mike Short

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    Colin Lobley

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