Companies that have low retention rates are likely to increase their risk of a cybersecurity attack. The recent ISACA’s State of the Cybersecurity Workforce study found that 69% of respondents whose companies faced more attacks in the past year report being somewhat or very understaffed. However, retention is becoming a bigger challenge. The report also found that 60% of respondents, up 7% from last year, are having issues retaining cybersecurity workers.
Organizations need a specific plan that focuses on cybersecurity retention. Workers in this industry have unique needs. Simply including them in a company-wide retention effort likely will not have lasting effects.
Here are five ways to retain more cybersecurity workers:
Remote Work
Offer remote work as an option, even full-time if possible. Employees who prefer working remotely may begin to look for work at another company if forced back into the office. By offering permanent remote work, you also make it possible for employees to stay at your company if they must move. When you do have to fill a position, you have many more options. After all, your talent pool is now much larger than just in your local area.
Custom Career Paths
Create personalized career paths for cybersecurity workers. Employees are more likely to stay at a job if they feel in control of their careers. Often, people in this field don’t see progression right away, especially in a smaller department. Instead, they might see a higher-paying position with another employer and seize the chance. Many may not even real ..
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