This infographic presents findings from Fortinet’s 2024 global research on cybersecurity staffing and preparedness. Eighty-seven percent of organizations experienced at least one breach during the previous year, 53% reported incidents costing more than $1 million, and 63% required over a month to recover. Respondents closely associated breaches with shortages of cybersecurity skills, insufficient employee awareness, and inadequate security products. Certifications strongly influence hiring decisions, with 91% preferring certified candidates, although 72% struggle to find them. Organizations may also restrict their talent pipelines through degree requirements and traditional training expectations despite setting diversity goals. Executive consequences are increasing, as 51% reported that di

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