Cybersecurity Learning Hub: Addressing the Global Workforce Gap Through Education
The Cybersecurity Learning Hub addresses the security workforce shortage and empowers everyone with accessible content focused on developing practical and applicable skills.
What if I told you that you could build a career with competitive pay, endless opportunities to learn and grow, in a stable and secure job market? Not only that, but it’s likely that the current skills you have, whether technical or not, can apply to this in-demand job field? Does it sound too good to be true? It’s not. And that’s because we’re talking about the field of cybersecurity.
The state of the cybersecurity workforce
The digital world is transforming the way we live and work. As our lives become increasingly digital, we rely more on technology to communicate, store information, and conduct financial transactions. Unfortunately, this reliance creates new vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cybercriminals who want to steal personal information, financial data, intellectual property, and disrupt critical systems. As a result, by investing in cybersecurity, we can protect ourselves, our organizations, and our communities from these risks and ensure the security and stability of our digital infrastructure.
Cybersecurity is about protecting our digital assets. However, there are not enough people who know how to do it. The cybersecurity worldwide workforce gap is at 3.4 million professionals, according to the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2. Our demand is far outpacing the supply of professionals. One of the most significant challenges in addressing the cybersecurity skills gap is the lack of diversity in the talent pool. According to a recent report by (ISC)2, only 24% of cybersecurity workers are women. Additionally, underrepresented groups, such as African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans only account for 12% of the cybersecurity workforce.
Addressing the cybersecurity workforce gap through education
In partnership with the World Economic Forum, Fortinet, and the Global Cyber Alliance, Salesforce created the Cybersecurity Learning Hub (CLH) initiative to address this global workforce shortage. To address this gap, the CLH empowers those looking to explore new career paths. By developing an accessible, inclusive online destination with high-quality content, we welcome learners from all backgrounds.
Are you ready for a career in cybersecurity?
Learn in-demand skills, connect with fellow Trailblazers, and find the perfect role for you with the new Cybersecurity Career Path on Trailhead. Brought to you by Salesforce in partnership with the World Economic Forum, Fortinet, and Global Cyber Alliance.
Built on Salesforce’s Trailhead platform, everyone can skill up in the cybersecurity field. Learn about different career paths and explore topics, such as network security, risk management, and zero trust. The CLH includes interviews with professionals, online learning modules, and best practices for individuals and organizations. Additionally, the content is designed to be accessible, interactive, and engaging, with a focus on developing practical and applicable skills. The best part? It’s completely free and anyone can use it! Plus, you can connect with other learners and share your experiences and knowledge in the #SecuritySavvy Trailblazer community.
Recently, the CLH hit a big milestone: one million badges earned! Learners from all over the world have been taking courses and earning badges to show off their cybersecurity skills. With over 70 online badges to choose from, there’s no shortage of new things to learn.
Interested in cybersecurity or just want to learn how to stay safe online? Check out the Cybersecurity Learning Hub! With over one million badges already earned, you can join a growing community of learners who are taking control of their digital safety. Earn a badge of your own and get started on your cybersecurity learning journey today. Learn The Emerging Future of Cybersecurity badge to learn about trends and ways to mitigate risk with new technologies.
Cybersecurity Trailblazers
A group dedicated to supporting your cybersecurity career exploration with the latest events and resources.
