The Future of Cybersecurity Workforce Development
Author:
Khaled Abdelaziz bin Mohammed Almoughem
Abstract: This paper will discuss the future of cybersecurity workforce development. Cybersecurity is a field that is increasingly becoming important in today's workplaces. Considering the rapid growth of technology, it is expected that the field of cybersecurity will change significantly in the future. As such, preparedness is needed to ensure that the future cybersecurity workforce is not hindered by a lack of training, resources, or technical expertise. The personality traits of a cybersecurity professional should be evaluated before the assumption of a given occupation to ensure that this professional is the best fit and possesses all skills, values, and values required for that post. Teamwork should be integral in future workforce development because, according to the current trend in different industries, being a team player is essential. Lastly, cybersecurity professionals should be trained to observe ethics and civic duty by being loyal to their employers. They should also prioritize continued learning because the cyber domain is ever-changing and requires flexibility and adjustment. This paper will first explore the cyber environment and highlight some of the challenges currently facing the area. Next, the most fundamental skills needed for the furtherance of this field will be covered. One area that will be the paper's focus will be the importance of social skills. The article will finally provide an overview of some of the anticipated changes that will take place in the area of cybersecurity workforce development. Keywords: Cybersecurity, Workforce, Future, Social, Skills Download PDF
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Academic Journal of Research and Scientific Publishing
doi.org/10.52132/Ajrsp.en.2023.45.3