🚫 2025 has been the year when cyber security attacks have made headlines across the globe. But despite this, nearly 5 million security roles are unfilled worldwide. That's a 19% increase year-on-year. The reality is that cyber security is no longer an isolated IT issue. Attacks can destabilise entire industries, costing trillions of dollars. This month's version of The Talent Blueprint features insights from Hays cyber security experts Neil Khatod, Celeste Yau, Miguel Duran and James Walsh - CISMP. Whether you're an organisation looking for advice on being more secure, a trained cyber professional, or someone interested in starting a career in this space, read on to learn more.
Too many businesses still treat cybersecurity as a ‘nice to have’, but when human error, outdated systems or weak governance come into play, the cost can be devastating. The message here applies to organisations of every size, it’s time to wake up, take it seriously, and make the changes needed!
Not having robust cyber security in place will lead to a negative tangible ROI. (lost production/lost revenue/lost reputation/litigation/higher insurance premiums, etc). Investing in cyber security should be considered as "cost avoidance". Not seeing tangible ROI as a reason for not investing is an odd way of reasoning.
AI is changing the rules of the game: attackers are striking faster and with greater precision. Companies must view security as an integral part of corporate management. Investment, clear AI guidelines and continuous training are essential for securing trust and ensuring future viability. Very insightful article – thanks for sharing!
2025 really does feel like the year when complacency in cyber security finally became impossible to ignore. The fact that attacks are making global headlines while almost 5 million security roles remain unfilled shows how wide the gap is between the threat level and our current capacity to respond. From the MSS AI side, this is exactly why AI‑native managed security has to scale far beyond traditional models: if talent and budgets cannot keep pace, we need architectures where one well‑designed security fabric can protect thousands of organisations, smart cities and even giga‑projects by default. The Hays perspective on skills and responsibility is a strong reminder that technology, talent and operating models must evolve together – otherwise the cost of complacency will keep compounding. Hays
A análise mostra um ponto que muitas empresas ainda ignoram: complacência em segurança cibernética custa caro. Não é só tecnologia, é preparo, processo e gente qualificada. Em um cenário onde ataques evoluem com IA e a falta de talento continua grande, tratar cyber como algo secundário é um risco estratégico. Investir antes sempre sai mais barato do que reagir depois.
💻 The Rising Cost of Cybersecurity Compliance — Expense or Investment? In today’s digital business ecosystem, cybersecurity is no longer a technical issue — it’s a strategic necessity. With increasing digital transactions, cloud adoption, remote work, and sensitive data movement across platforms, businesses across all sectors are being pushed to maintain strict cybersecurity compliance. And yes — the cost of compliance is rising every year. But here’s the real question: Is cybersecurity compliance a financial burden, or a smart investment for long-term business sustainability? For many growing companies, compliance involves more than just antivirus software. It includes secure servers, data privacy frameworks, employee training, cloud protections, intrusion monitoring, audit readiness, policy documentation, and continuous system upgrades. This means time, money, and skilled professionals. Understandably, many small and medium enterprises see compliance as added pressure. However, the cost of non-compliance is far higher. A single data breach can damage years of brand trust, disrupt operations, trigger legal action, include hefty penalties, and result in irreversible financial loss.
Understanding "what to know and how to complain" Standards and demanding stronger security controls, insurers are tightening their underwriting standards and demanding stronger security control from organizations, it is essential not only for coverage but for strengthening the organizations overall security posture and maximizing business resilience.
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Cybersecurity is very important. We need more people to help keep our world safe. Good insights for those interested in this field.
Cybersecurity and still the most important part of our daily routine still being attacked by hackers is our ability to protect against cyberattacks that threaten our security should be taken seriously concerning
Good read and thanks for sharing. What worries me is how quickly attackers are scaling with AI, while many companies are still relying on outdated or overlapping tools. The gap is widening!