The ISACA, which supports people and businesses in pursuing digital trust, has recently made a commitment to bridging the cybersecurity skills gap in Europe, claiming Europe is facing big challenges
The information systems audit and control association (ISACA) is committed to addressing the skills gap and promoting a safe digital environment to encourage success and innovation for European organisations by providing cybersecurity professionals with knowledge and skills in digital trust domains.
According to their State of Cybersecurity research, 62% of teams in cyber security are understaffed and 60% struggle to retain talented workers.
62% of teams in cyber security are understaffed and 60% struggle to retain talented workers
In fact, this recent announcement aligns with the establishment of the EU Cybersecurity Skills Academy, a significant initiative introduced in 2023 during the “European Year of Skills.”
Tackling the Issue: Initiatives to counter the cyber security skill gap
In a pledge to the European Commission, ISACA has outlined a series of initiatives aimed at tackling this pressing issue.
- Importance of Digital skills in education: First, ISACA has pledged to collaborate with more than 60 training organizations and academic bodies. The objective is to ensure that teachers and trainers possess the necessary expertise and credentials to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity training.
- By equipping these professionals with the right knowledge, ISACA aims to enhance the quality and effectiveness of cybersecurity education across Europe.
Empowering students and fostering a cybersecurity-conscious society
Additionally, ISACA plans to provide 20,000 free memberships to students in Europe as this will grant students access to ISACA’s extensive network of skilled professionals in the region. This will provide them with valuable opportunities to expand their cybersecurity knowledge through events and training.
Ultimately empowering the younger generation with these resources, ISACA hopes to foster a new wave of cybersecurity experts in Europe.
Ensuring digital skills for every citizen
ISACA also recognizes the importance of raising awareness among citizens regarding cybersecurity.
To achieve this, the association will organize events aimed at sharing knowledge and insights on cybersecurity in order to promote a cybersecurity-conscious society, where individuals are better equipped to protect themselves and their digital asset
ISACA’s leadership affirms commitment to strengthening Europe’s cybersecurity workforce
The CEO at ISACA, Tracey Dedrick made strong remarks about ISACA’s commitment to strengthening Europe’s cybersecurity workforce:
“I am excited to announce our pledge to the European Union, emphasizing our commitment to strengthening the cybersecurity workforce in Europe through enhanced education and resources.”
Chris Dimitriadis, Chief Global Strategy Officer at ISACA, also affirmed his support for the pledge:
“This pledge underscores our dedication to supporting the cybersecurity agenda of the European Union by equipping professionals with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in a secure digital environment.”
Equipping professionals with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in a secure digital environment
