TRAINING & SKILLS
Cybersecurity threats are on the rise. With the rapid increase
of security breaches, company hacks and data leaks,
cybercrime has become one of the most significant threats
to global business. Skilled cybersecurity professionals are key
for the safety of companies and governments, but there’s
an anticipated skills shortage of 1.8 million workers by 2022.
The demand for talent in this space is at an all-time high,
and there are some unique personality traits that recruiters
and companies need to look out for. We found that there are
eight personality characteristics best suited to a successful
career in cybersecurity.
Modesty
Those that tend to excel in cybersecurity typically
prefer to avoid the spotlight. A successful cybersecurity
agent is not egotistical or fame hungry, and instead favours
a more low-key lifestyle. After all, most of the well-known
names in cybersecurity are notorious cybercriminals.
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Altruism
Cybersecurity professionals should want to help
people. While they’re working all day with systems and
programming, protecting and helping people is at the core
of this profession. They should work well with others and
avoid isolating themselves. Fighting threats will require
cooperation and trust between colleagues as they are
striving together towards the same security goals.
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By Hogan Assessments
www.hoganassessments.com
The eight personality characteristics
best suited to a successful
career in cybersecurity
Composure
The enterprise systems they’re protecting from attacks
are always under threat. Cybersecurity agents naturally need
to have a sense of urgency, but it’s crucial that they stay
composed handling cyber threats. Unnecessary outbursts
when the pressure is rising can be counterproductive and
they shift their attention away from what’s at stake.
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