Cary, NC, April 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The cybersecurity field remains a beacon of opportunity amid economic uncertainty, but it demands skilled professionals. INE Security, a leader in cybersecurity training and certifications, is addressing the critical need for skilled operators by equipping them with the tools to not only survive but thrive in a landscape defined by constant evolution and talent shortages.

"The cybersecurity landscape is relentless, demanding professionals who are not just trained but continuously evolve alongside it," emphasizes Dara Warn, CEO of INE Security. "At INE Security, our priority is empowering cybersecurity operators with the skills to build resilient careers and fortify the organizations they defend."

The Operator's Arsenal: Essential Skills for Success

Cybersecurity employers are seeking team members who possess a blend of technical prowess and strategic acumen. Key attributes include:

• Advanced Technical Proficiency: A deep mastery of cybersecurity technologies and methodologies. This goes beyond basic tool usage to encompass a thorough understanding of underlying principles.
• Problem-Solving Mastery: The ability to dissect complex security challenges, think critically under pressure, and devise effective, adaptable mitigation strategies.
• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: A proactive mindset geared towards rapid assimilation of new technologies and a commitment to staying ahead of the ever-shifting threat landscape.
• Clear and Concise Communication: The skill to articulate intricate security risks, vulnerabilities, and protocols to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering collaboration and informed decision-making.
• Leadership in Action: The capacity to take initiative, guide projects, and lead teams effectively, particularly in high-stakes incident response scenarios.

INE Security's training programs are meticulously crafted to cultivate these essential competencies, transforming learners into highly valued and sought-after cybersecurity operators.

The Challenge: Navigating a High-Pressure Environment

Current industry data paints a stark picture of the challenges facing cybersecurity operators:

• Understaffing and Retention Crisis: 62% of cybersecurity teams are operating with insufficient staff, and 63% struggle to retain qualified professionals (ISACA State of Cybersecurity 2023). This puts immense pressure on existing teams.
• Skills Gap as a Threat Multiplier: 80% of organizations have experienced security breaches directly attributable to a lack of cybersecurity skills within their workforce (Fortinet 2023 Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report). Operators are often on the front lines of this gap.
• The Burnout Epidemic: A staggering 64% of security professionals reported burnout in the past year, with 54% considering leaving their roles due to overwhelming workplace stress (Tines State of Mental Health in Cybersecurity 2023, Mimecast 2023). This highlights the urgent need for support and resilience training.

INE Security's Solution: Empowering Professional Resilience

INE Security provides a comprehensive framework to foster career resilience and empower high-performing cybersecurity practitioners. INE Security’s training and cybersecurity certifications are strategically designed to address the immediate and long-term needs of these critical professionals:

• The Continuous Skill Development Cycle: A structured approach that begins with a thorough assessment of current skills, progresses through targeted, intensive training, and culminates in industry-recognized certifications, ensuring operators meet and exceed evolving industry standards.
• Mastery Through Hands-On Practice: Immersive simulations in state-of-the-art lab environments that replicate real-world security scenarios, enabling operators to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical, high-pressure application.
• Unlimited Access to Knowledge: A subscription model that grants team members unlimited access to a diverse and expanding library of courses, fostering continuous learning and the ability to adapt to new cybersecurity disciplines and emerging threats.
• Quantifying Growth: Advanced analytics tools that empower team managers to track their progress, measure skill enhancement, and provide tangible proof of their professional development to current and prospective employers.

Investing in the Future of Cybersecurity Operations

The development of resilient and highly skilled cybersecurity operators is paramount not only for individual career success but for the overall security of our digital world. INE Security provides the essential tools and resources to:

• Sharpen Skills: Equip operators with the specialized knowledge and skills required to excel in the competitive cybersecurity job market.
• Accelerate Career Advancement: Provide continuous learning pathways that enable operators to progress rapidly in their chosen career trajectories.
• Ensure Relevance: Empower operators to adapt to emerging technologies, anticipate evolving threats, and maintain long-term job security.
• Validate Expertise: Offer industry-recognized certifications that validate operator skills, expertise, and dedication to the field.

Equip Your Teams for Success: The INE Security Advantage

INE Security is committed to empowering cybersecurity professionals to build thriving and impactful careers. Take the first step today to enhance skills, unlock career potential, and build a resilient future in cyber security.

About INE Security:

INE Security is the premier provider of online networking and cybersecurity training and certification. Harnessing a powerful hands-on lab platform, cutting-edge technology, a global video distribution network, and world-class instructors, INE Security is the top training choice for Fortune 500 companies worldwide for cybersecurity training in business and for IT professionals looking to advance their careers. INE Security’s suite of learning paths offers an incomparable depth of expertise across cybersecurity and is committed to delivering advanced technical training while also lowering the barriers worldwide for those looking to enter and excel in an IT career.

Kathryn Brown
INE
917-715-0911
kbrown@ine.com