By Diana-Lynn Contesti (Chief Architect, CISSP-ISSAP, ISSMP, CSSLP, SSCP), John Martin (Senior Security Architect, CISSP-ISSAP, CISM, Open Group Certified Architect Master) and Richard Nealon (Senior Security Consultant, CISSP-ISSMP, SSCP, SABSA SCF)
Cybersecurity professionals are often faced with making difficult decisions under intense pressure with the potential of long-term effects on the business. Over time, this stress can weigh on cybersecurity pros and potentially cause “burnout” among employees as well as long-term psychological effects.
What can be done to prevent burnout among employees and how can we support our fellow colleagues? These questions are becoming more prevalent in the industry as security breaches become commonplace.
Recently a member of the (ISC)² Community asked for a guide, pamphlet or simply help for cybersecurity folks that may be suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or even burnout due to events. Over the years, many in the industry have been through events that may or may not have lasting effects on their well-being; however, little to nothing has been written or documented.
You may be thinking that it will not happen to you. One can only hope that you will not experience a breach. According to the latest Verizon Data Breach report, 61% of all breaches affect confidential data. It is possible that you will be the person who is tasked with understanding what happened and planning the corrective action ..
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