Skills gap exacerbates cybersecurity problem as Middle East faces threats

Skills gap exacerbates cybersecurity problem as Middle East faces threats

The solution is in teaching appropriate digital skills in schools.

DUBAI – Driven by digital transformation projects begun by businesses and governments, the Middle East IT industry is seeing many transitions. With newer technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, big data and the internet of things (IoT), being introduced, the demand for skilled professionals, data scientists and cybersecurity experts is increasing.

Cybersecurity has become a top priority for companies and governments with cyber-attacks and breaches increasing. It has become vital to have skilled cybersecurity professionals to protect the region’s critical systems, enterprises and citizens.

However, several industry reports stated there is a large shortage in cybersecurity skills and the demand-supply gap is increasing.

By N.P. Krishna Kumar

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