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Join Us: Rethinking the Cybersecurity Talent Gap (Live Discussion)


Employers say they can’t find qualified cybersecurity talent. At the same time, thousands of applicants— from recent graduates to experienced career-changers—are struggling to land their first opportunity. So where is the disconnect?


You are invited to join CyberBay on Wednesday, October 28th for “Overwhelming Interest, Unfilled Roles: Rethinking the Cyber Talent Gap.” — a candid, conversation-driven webinar designed specifically for cybersecurity leaders, hiring managers, and HR professionals.

This session brings together leading voices to challenge key assumptions surrounding the talent gap:

  • Unrealistic Hiring Expectations: “Entry-level” positions now require years of experience. 70% of surveyed cybersecurity leaders have zero-to-very-few positions that don’t require at least two years of relevant experience.
  • The Impact of AI: How artificial intelligence is reshaping the job landscape, technical skill requirements, and critical thinking.
  • Active Trends to Address the Gap: How are organizations and educational institutions responding to this disconnect?

Featured Subject Matter Experts

  • Dr. Michelle Angelo Dantas Rocha
  • Cyber Workforce Development Analyst, Cyber Florida
  • Dr. Natalie Johnson | Cybersecurity Educator and Workforce Development Advocate, CyberMINDS Research Institute
  • Fractional vCISO and Cybersecurity Advisor
  • Dr. Melissa Dark | Founder, DARK Enterprises, Inc.
  • Dedicated to advancing cybersecurity education

Moderated by: Ernie Ferraresso, Director of Cyber Florida

Webinar Event Details

  • Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  • Time: 12:30 PM EST
  • Format: Virtual, Interactive Discussion

Whether you are looking to refine your organization’s recruiting and retention strategies, adjust your job descriptions for an AI-driven workforce, or build stronger pathways for incoming talent, this conversation will offer practical, real-world perspectives.


Register

We look forward to having you join the conversation!

Best regards,
The CyberBay Team