Most agree the skills gap is a significant challenge, but opinions over why it persists vary widely — a lack of qualified candidates, employers searching for elusive “unicorn” candidates, and more. Opinions aside, what’s missing is actionable guidance to help fill vacant cybersecurity roles. Megan and Karl layout what successful security and IT leaders are doing to improve recruiting, hiring and retention.

Most agree the skills gap is a significant challenge, but opinions over why it persists vary widely — a lack of qualified candidates, employers searching for elusive “unicorn” candidates, and more. Opinions aside, what’s missing is actionable guidance to help fill vacant cybersecurity roles. Megan and Karl layout what successful security and IT leaders are doing to improve recruiting, hiring and retention.