Cybersecurity is one of the most important and challenging fields in the digital era. However, there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals who can protect and defend critical assets from cyber threats. According to a recent report, the global cybersecurity workforce needs to grow by 65% to effectively meet the demand.

In this meetup, you will learn about the causes and consequences of the cyber skills gap, and how to overcome it, combined with a view of whether cyber skills gap is more a perception problem. You will hear from James Walsh, Head of Cyber, Hays who is a Cyber Security Recruitment expert who will share his insights and experiences on how to attract, train, and retain talent in cybersecurity. You will also have the opportunity to network with other professionals and enthusiasts who are interested in this topic.

This meetup is part of the Fintech Scotland Festival, a series of events that showcase the latest innovations and trends in the financial technology sector. The festival aims to foster collaboration and growth among fintech stakeholders in Scotland and beyond.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to learn more about how to bridge the cyber skills gap, don’t miss this meetup. Register now and join us on Wednesday, 27^th September, 4pm – 5pm at Hays Edinburgh, 7 Castle Street, EH2 3AH. We look forward to seeing you there!