IDC PlanScape: Creating a Cybersecurity Professional Development Program

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Executive Summary

Why Is a Cybersecurity Professional Development Program Important?

Cybersecurity Is Becoming Increasingly Siloed

Organizations Struggle to Fill the Cybersecurity Skills Gap

The CISO Pipeline Requires Broadly Experienced Professionals

What Is a Cybersecurity Professional Development Program?

Training and Education Provides the Foundation

Professional Development Opportunities Facilitate Growth

Certifications Remain a Controversial Requirement

Who Are the Key Stakeholders?

How Can My Organization Take Advantage of a Cybersecurity Professional Development Program?

Create a Cybersecurity Skills Matrix

Develop Clearly Defined Security Positions

Develop Personalized Professional Development Plans

Essential Guidance

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IDC PlanScape: Creating a Cybersecurity Professional Development Program

This IDC study provides details about creating a cybersecurity professional development program."The world of cybersecurity is becoming increasingly siloed," says Mike Chapple, adjunct analyst with IDC's IT Executive Programs (IEP). "Leaders should understand that their teams have a wide variety of professional development needs and invest in developing a robust program that builds a stronger workforce through a combination of education, training, and hands-on experience."

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