Why is job satisfaction dropping in cybersecurity?

Expectations soar—better pay, growth, balance—but resources lag. 43% consider jumping ship, seniors at 46%.

How can CISOs retain top talent?

Small pay raises, hybrid work (1-2 office days), mentorship, and exec backing for security priorities.

Yes—88% of shortage-hit orgs faced major incidents, per ISC2.

CISOs, your team's jumping ship. Only 34% sticking around, per the latest report. Time to get aggressive—or watch your defenses crumble.

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Originally reported by InfoSecurity Magazine