October marked Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a timely reminder that cyber threats continue to rise as technology evolves. From data centers to enterprise systems, the demand for cybersecurity expertise has never been greater.
As highlighted in a recent GlobeNewswire feature, Per Scholas Expert Shares Findings from "Future of Tech" Survey, Brittany Murrey, Executive Vice President of Talent Solutions at Per Scholas, shared findings from our new Future of Tech survey and discussed how accessible training can help close the growing cybersecurity talent gap.
Cybersecurity Tops the List for Business Leaders
Nearly two-thirds (64%) of C-suite technology executives identified cybersecurity threats as the top challenge facing U.S. businesses over the next decade. This concern is amplified by the rising need for robust data center infrastructure, as 56% of surveyed companies reported defending against hacking attempts, 43% experienced data breaches, and 14% suffered successful hacks.
With nearly 500,000 cybersecurity jobs currently unfilled nationwide, organizations are racing to build skilled teams capable of protecting critical systems and sensitive data.
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Brittany Murrey, Executive Vice President of Talent Solutions at Per Scholas, spoke with local news about how AI is rapidly transforming cybersecurity and why building a resilient workforce is essential to staying ahead of new threats.
Bridging the Skills Gap Through Training
The Future of Tech survey also found that 43% of executives regularly hire entry-level technologists, showing how vital early-career pipelines are to meeting workforce demand. Per Scholas delivers comprehensive training in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Data Engineering, at no cost to learners, equipping them with the job-ready technical and professional skills that employers need most.
During the media tour, Murrey shared how these training programs are helping everyday people turn cybersecurity skills into high-paying tech careers, underscoring the importance of continuous learning in a rapidly changing field.
Building the Cyber Workforce of the Future
A companion survey of U.S. tech employees revealed that nearly nine in ten (88%) are willing to complete additional cybersecurity training, averaging seven hours a month, yet fewer than half (48%) feel their company is "very prepared" for cyberattacks. Top employee concerns include phishing, external threats, and lack of encryption, all areas where hands-on training and awareness can make an immediate impact.
At Per Scholas, we work with employers to design scalable, targeted training programs that strengthen cybersecurity readiness and close skills gaps across industries.
Partner with Per Scholas to Build a Cyber-Ready Workforce
The Future of Tech survey makes it clear: cybersecurity is the number-one concern for technology leaders, and skilled talent is the foundation of protection.
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, now is the time to invest in the people who keep your systems secure. Partner with Per Scholas to strengthen your cyber workforce through proven, scalable talent solutions tailored to your organization's needs.
Read the full GlobeNewswire feature on Brittany Murrey's Future of Tech insights here.