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Cybersecurity Job Satisfaction Drops Amid Layoffs and Cuts

3/24/2025

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Job satisfaction in the cybersecurity field has taken a hit, plummeting from 82% to 67% for women and from 73% to 66% for men, as layoffs and budget cuts loom large. The ISC2 report underscores the urgent need for equitable support and flexible policies, particularly for women, to boost morale and retention in this critical sector.

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Story summary

Job satisfaction in the cybersecurity field has taken a hit, plummeting from 82% to 67% for women and from 73% to 66% for men, as layoffs and budget cuts loom large. The ISC2 report underscores the urgent need for equitable support and flexible policies, particularly for women, to boost morale and retention in this critical sector.