The cybersecurity job market continues to evolve as regulatory complexity increases, technology advances, and organizations rethink how they build and retain cybersecurity talent. In a recent LinkedIn Live, Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN, and Brian Correia, Director at SANS | GIAC, unpacked key findings from their respective cybersecurity workforce reports to better understand […]
As cybersecurity teams face increasing demands in 2025, security leaders are struggling to balance limited cyber budgets, high workloads, and talent burnout. Many organizations lack the necessary visibility into workforce distribution, making it difficult to allocate tasks effectively and secure leadership buy-in for additional resources. In a recent LinkedIn Live webinar, CyberSN Founder & CEO, […]
This document presents findings from a live poll conducted during RSA 2025 Learning LAB3-M05, "Building Resilience: CISO Skills Development and Burnout Prevention", facilitated by Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN and Founder of Secure Diversity, and Peter Coroneos, Founder of Cybermindz.org. The poll collected real-time responses from 70 cybersecurity leaders, revealing the hidden stressors, […]
The cybersecurity job market is evolving and so are salary ranges. The 2025 Cybersecurity Salary Data Report delivers up-to-date salary ranges across all 45 functional cybersecurity roles in the U.S., helping employers and professionals make informed decisions. Download the report to guide hiring, benchmark compensation, and understand where the cybersecurity market is headed.
In honor of Women’s History Month, we hosted the LinkedIn Live, DEI Activists Discuss New and Old Obstacles for the Cybersecurity Industry. The discussion joins Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN, Stacey Champagne, Founder & CEO of Hacker in Heels, Amy Bogac, Chief Information Security Officer at Baker Tilly US, and Juliet Okafor, Founder […]
Uncover what is happening in the cybersecurity talent market with insights from three years of U.S. cybersecurity job posting data, covering all cybersecurity functional roles. 40% of the top 25 cybersecurity functional roles saw job posting growth in 2024, indicating shifts in hiring priorities. This report offers insights to help organizations strategically plan hiring efforts while enabling cybersecurity professionals […]
Author: Deidre Diamond The last few years have left us grappling with significant cybersecurity challenges, extending beyond the CVEs, SEC breach reporting, and ransomware attacks headlines. Widespread budget cuts, an increase in outsourced talent, layoffs, and full-time roles placed on hold have disrupted the operational progress. At the same time, contracting positions have increased, the […]
As we approach 2025, businesses face a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape. From ransomware to AI-driven threats, organizations must adopt strategies that address both technical and workforce vulnerabilities. Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN, stresses the importance of integrating workforce well-being into cybersecurity planning to stay ahead of emerging threats. Where are Companies Most […]
Cybersecurity leaders often face a tough balancing act: protecting their organization from risks while managing tight budgets and limited resources. These pressures can lead to overworked cybersecurity teams, missed deadlines, and an increased risk of cybersecurity burnout. In our recent webinar, Deidre Diamond, Founder and CEO of CyberSN, and Dan Garcia, Chief Information Security Officer […]
Early stage companies, particularly those with venture funding, are lucrative targets for ransomware attacks because attackers know that public disclosure of a data breach is often seen as a company-ending event. Studies show that 43% of all cyber attacks target small businesses, while criminal ransomware gangs are increasingly targeting tech startups for extortion. Sophisticated cyber […]
In today’s fast-paced cyber landscape, effective leadership in hiring, organizing, motivating, and retaining cybersecurity staff is more critical than ever. Cyber workforce risks like unfilled jobs, skill gaps, and burnout are on the rise, increasing both organizational and cyber risks. To explore these challenges, CyberSN hosted a webinar featuring a panel of experts, including Deidre […]
Author: Chad Loder, VP of Security Solutions at CyberSN I’m not going to hit you with stats on how burnout is a huge crisis in cybersecurity. OK, that’s not entirely true. But I think people in our industry already know we have a massive cybersecurity burnout problem. For the last few years the studies, the […]
We are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between CyberSN and Cyversity, aimed at advancing diversity and inclusion within the cybersecurity industry. This collaboration will leverage the strengths of both organizations to foster a more inclusive workforce, from entry-level positions to leadership roles. At CyberSN, we believe that diverse attackers require diverse defenders. Our commitment […]
In the last year, an increasing number of organizations cut product security budgets, resulting in layoffs in DevSecOps (development, security, and operations) and Product Security Engineer roles. According to recent data, 40% of companies planned to make security headcount cuts, even though 50% of organizations saw system vulnerabilities increase, and over 80% were concerned about […]
The recent cybersecurity attack on CDK Global, resulting in widespread outages for car dealerships, is yet another reminder that no industry is immune to cyber threats and highlights the significance of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) for the impacted car dealerships. All companies have some form of BCP plan in place—whether formalized or in-progress, executive teams […]
To observe Mental Health Awareness Month, CyberSN partnered with Devo and Cybermindz.org for a panel discussion about the mental health challenges facing cybersecurity professionals and solutions for overcoming stress, anxiety, and burnout. This insightful discussion featured CyberSN’s Founder and CEO Deidre Diamond, Devo’s CISO Kayla Williams, and Cybermindz.org’s Founder Peter Coroneos. We will highlight the […]
The cybersecurity workforce is facing a significant challenge: high turnover rates. With the ever-evolving threat landscape, retaining skilled cybersecurity professionals is crucial, emphasizing the importance of a strong talent retention strategy. While the concepts of Indicators of Compromise (IOC) and Indicators of Attack (IOA) are well-established in proactively detecting and responding to cyber threats, there's […]
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) have unveiled guidelines for secure AI system development. This initiative, endorsed by 23 domestic and international cybersecurity organizations, is a significant stride in establishing guidelines for building security into AI systems. Guidelines for Secure AI System Development These guidelines […]
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity stands as a pivotal element of a robust corporate strategy. For CEOs, CIOs, and corporate boards, a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity budgeting and spending is an asset. This blog highlights various financial aspects of cybersecurity budget strategies and planning, providing insights to enhance your strategic decision-making in this crucial […]
In an era where companies heavily rely on technology, the rise in cybersecurity threats is a relentless storm cloud on the digital horizon. Shockingly, the latest report from Vade has revealed phishing attacks soared by an astounding 173% during the 2023 third quarter, with malware threats surging by 110%. The most concerning aspect of the Vade […]
Are you curious about the state of cybersecurity jobs in today's economy? Discover the latest data on 140k+ cybersecurity job postings in the U.S., refreshed every 30 days. Let CyberSN's expert analysis reveal the key takeaways from this extensive dataset, providing invaluable insights into the state of the cybersecurity job market. Stay ahead of competition […]
Appsec Background information: (Things to consider sharing with the client) The appsec hire ROI includes hard and soft values. The hard values are difficult to speak to without understanding the business objectives and which cybersecurity metrics are in place today or planning in the future. Generally speaking, the ROI soft values accelerate/enable the ROI complex […]
The “Great Resignation”, or the “Big Quit”, is one of the biggest challenges for employers and professionals in all industries right now. Is it a temporary trend as we recover from the unrest of a global pandemic, or is it symptomatic of a larger employment problem? And how does the cybersecurity industry, which was suffering […]
This week, October 18-23, is Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week! At CyberSN, we’re using this week to help open up the conversation around the broken career and hiring system within the cybersecurity industry. A huge part of improving cybersecurity hiring and bringing attention to cyber careers is making sure that professionals in the industry, and those […]
