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The cybersecurity skills gap has long been a concern for organisations, and new data suggests the challenge is becoming more acute in 2026.

No one says it outright, but every Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) knows the truth. That success in their role is defined not by the years of stability, but by the moment of crisis. The pressure is immense, and often unfair. Cyber risk can never be reduced to zero, yet the expectation remains that it should be. 

With the skills gap growing, finding the right IT security professionals can be a daunting task. CyberConnect360, powered by Integrity360, is here to simplify that process. Our resource placement service connects businesses with top-tier cyber security talent, ensuring the perfect match for critical roles. This FAQ provides insights into how CyberConnect360 works and why it stands out from traditional recruitment services.

The  cyber security skills gap has long plagued the industry, and new data from Hiscox shows it's only worsening. As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, security teams face mounting pressures to keep up. In a report published in late October 2024, Hiscox revealed that over a third of UK businesses lack the expertise needed to manage evolving cyber risks. Shockingly, 34% of these businesses feel unprepared for cyber-attacks, while a significant 70% reported a surge in attacks this year alone.

In a recent incident that made the news headlines, an unnamed company fell victim to a cyber-attack after unknowingly hiring a North Korean cybercriminal disguised as a remote IT contractor. The individual managed to infiltrate the company’s systems, steal sensitive data, and issue a ransom demand. The case serves as a stark reminder of the increasing threat posed by threat actors masquerading as workers. 

There’s been a cyber security skills shortage for years. It’s an issue the industry continues to struggle with and it’s not going away any time soon. Fortunately, businesses can fill their skill gaps by outsourcing to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) like Integrity360.

Enterprise leaders across the world can agree on one thing: 

It isn’t exactly a well-kept secret that cyber security has become a primary concern for an alarming number of businesses.