Cybersecurity: Don't Assume You're Safe From Cyberattacks
Recent years have seen the rise of digital adoption across industries. With that, there has also been a rise in cybercrimes. Many companies are not aware of the vulnerabilities within their systems, and a cybersecurity breach can go undetected until the outbreak. Will your company suffer losses if the data is breached? The truth is that all companies are at risk of cybercrimes because no system is impenetrable. In fact, it was recorded that an average of 84 million cyberattacks occurred daily in Q4 of 2022 in Malaysia, according to Fortinet. It is even more concerning that 45% of Malaysian respondents reported a loss of over US$1 million due to cyber breaches in the past year. To overcome this crisis, the demand for cybersecurity experts has grown exponentially.
Cyberattack Prevention and Minimisation
From malware to ransomware, and even spyware, there are many ways that a cybercriminal can compromise your data system. Hence, it is crucial to understand the risks and importance of cybersecurity to make an informed decision on your cybersecurity investments. Hiring the right talent to combat cybercrimes is essential, but many companies are unaware of the various cybersecurity roles in the market. Recruitment agencies can inform you of the necessary cybersecurity positions to craft cybersecurity solutions for your system. With this, you can prevent and minimise damage from cyberattacks by having an experienced team that can identify vulnerabilities and protect the data in your system. Furthermore, if a cyberattack occurs, you know you can trust your cybersecurity team to minimise damage and ensure that your company's brand and sales are protected because once a data breach occurs, it could damage customer trust, which takes years to build.
Top Cybersecurity Talents
With technological advancements and IoT, hackers can always find a way to infiltrate data systems. An effective team of cybersecurity experts knows that these threats are constantly evolving with the latest cybersecurity technology. Therefore, companies should look for talents with the right skill set to combat cybercrimes, especially professionals with extensive experience, qualifications, and current knowledge of cybersecurity best practices. Many cybersecurity talents trust Adecco to place them with the right employer so that we can provide you with a curated team of cybersecurity experts according to your needs. Due to the growing demand, there are limited local talents in the complex field of cybersecurity, so most cybersecurity experts trust agencies to find the right employers for them. Cybersecurity professionals are aiming for career progression to the global level along with sponsorship for training. The best way to attract and retain the right talent is with appropriate remuneration.
Growth and Sustainability
Employers need to picture the roadmap for their company's growth. By fostering a safe and conducive environment for your team, your customers and partners can also reap the benefits. Additionally, diversity is key in this modern age, and expatriates could contribute new perspectives to your cybersecurity team and address the local skills shortage. You can trust a strong cybersecurity team to assess your system thoroughly to ensure that any potential threats, gaps, and vulnerabilities are addressed before it is too late. In turn, you should ensure the team is always equipped with knowledge of the latest framework and policies through training and courses. Retain your talent because they are the pillar of your company, keeping your systems secure.
Cybercrimes are rampant, and a data breach can be detrimental to any company. Be proactive in safeguarding your company by ensuring that you have a cybersecurity team to support your needs. Crisis can come at any time, and hackers will try to infiltrate your system, so an effective cybersecurity team is no longer a value-added aspect. Your cybersecurity team is essential to prevent and combat cybercrimes. Together, we build a better cybersecurity workplace in Malaysia.
For more insights or jobs about cybersecurity or information technology, you may contact Wei Hong at weihong.lee@adecco.com.
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