Recently I was so lucky to have the opportunity to speak at the third edition of “99eLode“, a training organized by Fastweb Digital Academy, Cariplo Factory and iO Donna, the weekly magazine of Corriere della Sera.

Designed for 99 recent graduates waiting to understand what to do with their future, the purpose of the training was to provide information about the most requested digital skills on the market.

Among these, Cyber Security, which I described with Women For Security colleagues, taking into consideration not only the technical, but also the legal, marketing and communication aspects.

So, why is Cyber Security one of the best investments for your future?

Here are 3 good reasons.

1. Fighting cybercrime will always be a priority
   
   Cybercrime caused $6 trillion of damages in 2021, the double of the amount of six years earlier.
   
   And it’s expected that in the next 3 years the cost for Cybercrime will exceed $10, with an exponential trend.
   
   Moreover, for some years now, the profits of cybercrime have exceeded those of the drug market, so that several criminal organizations are deciding to invest in this sector.
   
   The overall effect is that cyber defenses will face ever more numerous and aggressive enemies.
   
   Cyber Security will become and will remain a priority to protect individuals, organizations and also nations.



2. There is a great shortage of jobs in the Cyber Security field
   
   From 2013 to 2021 we have seen a growth of 350% in Cyber Security jobs, a trend never seen before.
   
   There are currently 3.5 million cybersecurity job vacancies globally, 400,000 in Europe alone.
   
   In 2014, vacancies globally were “only” 1 million.
   
   Basically, there is no unemployment for those who decide to work in the Cyber Security sector (and it has been like that since 2011!)



3. Not only Cyber Security “technicians” are needed
   
   Certainly, the technical jobs of Cyber Security are important.
   
   Penetration Testers, Malware Analyst, Vulnerability Researchers and many others are key roles in this industry.
   
   But they are not the only needed functions.
   
   Important roles equally must be able to manage the legal issues, privacy, regulatory compliance, the governance of cyber security.
   
   As well as project management, marketing, communication, pre and post-sales aspects, training, etc…

Cyber Security, ultimately, does not only concern those with technical skills but those who are able to commit themselves with their specific skills and abilities to protect companies, organizations and institutions from the threats and risks of the cyber world in constant increase.

Good job!