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Time for channel professionals to get serious about their career credentials

Few universities teach indirect or channel marketing, which is posing challenges for employers that want to expand channel services.

Using AI to address the cybersecurity skill shortage

There is an expected shortage of over 1.8 million security professionals worldwide over the next few years.

Gartner: Only 65% of businesses have cybersecurity experts in-house

"In a twisted way, many cybercriminals are digital pioneers, finding ways to leverage big data & web-scale techniques to stage attacks & steal data."

Exclusive interview: Okta CSO on skill shortages, passwordless authentication, and UX

The tension between security and user experience is one IT practitioners have had to grapple with as businesses become more vulnerable to breaches.

Securing the cloud in the face of skills shortages

With a shortage of skills to tackle immediate cybersecurity threats, especially in the cloud, companies need to look beyond traditional methods.

Bridging the digital skills gap in the AEC industry

With the construction industry projected to grow by more than 120,000 jobs in the next five years, having a workforce of skilled employees is a must.

Victoria University of Wellington takes cybersecurity message to Samoa

Staff from Victoria University of Wellington’s School of Engineering and Computer Science are currently in Samoa to spread cybersecurity awareness.

Kaspersky Lab partners with Singapore academic institutions on cybersecurity education

Kaspersky Lab will work with three Singapore academic institutions to support the development of cybersecurity education.

Work in cybersecurity? 59% of organisations have unfilled security positions

If you’re not qualified in cybersecurity then research suggests that you should be as it’s certainly a ‘buyers’ market’ with a yawning skills gap.

Could gamers be the best contenders for cybersecurity roles?

Those entering the workforce that grew up playing video games may be best placed for cybersecurity roles.

Asia's security professionals wary of Russia, China, North Korea

Attendees at this year’s Black Hat Asia conference are wary of what’s ahead from some of the world’s most notorious countries behind cyber attacks.

Cybersecurity – be prepared for alert fatigue and understand the context

We are seeing more and more alert fatigue in organisations across the region. How do we reduce the strain?

Open for opportunity: What's driving security pros to consider another job

Only 15% of employees say they have no plans to switch jobs this year; 14% plan to look for a new role and 70% are open to new opportunities.

FEATURE: Tech’s female powerhouses tackle women shortage issue

International Women's Day is here and what better time to tackle the elephant in the room that is the huge gender disparity in the technology sector.

Aura InfoSec & University of Waikato seek talent for new Aura Professor of Cyber Security role

The new Aura Professor of Cyber Security will focus on risk assessment research and delivery, particularly in penetration testing.

University of Waikato scores 'InfoSec milestone' as NZ's first (ISC)² training provider

“The University of Waikato will be the first (ISC)² OTP in New Zealand, which will be a milestone for the information security community here."

Microsoft explores Australian CISOs' most common problems in cybersecurity

Australia needs at least another 500 more cyber graduates to meet existing demand for cybersecurity as CISOs tackle the shortage.

The insiders' tips to recruiting top cloud expertise

For those new to cloud, training is about building a shared capability for the business, not just one skilled person.

Where are all the women in tech? Survey finds answer

Gender equality is something the tech industry has always struggled with despite offering bright career and pay prospects.

Addressing the STEM skills gap with continuous online learning

Pluralsight talk about how online learning can prove to be an effective tool in closing the STEM skills gap within an organisation.

What NZ's public sector can learn from the Horowhenua District Council

By developing an online portal that enables self-service for council interactions, Horowhenua becomes a more desirable place for businesses.

IT skills gap a 'roadblock' to digital transformation – 4 steps to overcome it

A number of studies have proven there is a significant skills shortage in AU which is holding back digital transformation - Y Soft have the answers.

Recruitment expert’s top tips for hiring the right talent for your organisation

Desire for flexibility and varied work has given rise to the ‘portfolio career’: where professionals position themselves as freelancers.

Report: Education providers need to step up & help fix IT skills shortage

“Technology is changing continuously and rapidly which also implies the required IT skillsets are evolving continuously and rapidly."

Whitepaper: Why it’s critical to detect cyber attacks as they happen

"Many organisations are struggling to keep pace with the speed in which hackers are attacking their systems."

Whitepaper: The key to compliance is governing access to data

By implementing a governance-based approach to identity governance, companies can secure their organisation’s sensitive data.

Whitepaper: How to detect and respond to threats faster

This white paper uncovers how UEBA reduces your organisational risk and enables you to respond more quickly to attacks.

Whitepaper: How to build cloud policies your organisation can stand by

Done right, digital transformation can transform the way governments engage with citizens, make businesses more productive and help non-profits be more effective.

Whitepaper: An inside look at the benefits of cloud

"Cloud computing is revolutionising business, enabling organisations to move faster, spend less and deliver greater value."