CyberSecurity Education for Industry and Academia (CSE4IA 2024)
Vita Santa Barletta, Federica Caruso, Tania Di Mascio, Francesco Greco, Tasmina Islam, Veronica Rossano, Hannan Xiao · 2024
The cybersecurity domain faces a critical disparity between the escalating demand for skilled professionals and the limited talent pool. This gap is primarily driven by the surge in cyberattacks perpetrated by malicious actors seeking financial gain or disruption. These attacks, encompassing tactics like Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) and ransomware, pose significant threats to data security and public safety. To bridge this gap, several challenges must be addressed. We need to prioritize initiatives that enhance people’s awareness and education in cybersecurity. Additionally, exploring innovative training methods and leveraging technology to equip cybersecurity professionals with the necessary skillsets is crucial.