The need for improved IT security is something every organization is looking into. The Russian security breach of 1.2 billion internet credentials is enough to make any business think twice about the effectiveness of their current systems. Upgrading, however, brings with it a number of challenges.
According to a report from Salve Regina University's Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy, two of the biggest obstacles that organizations face are limited availability of security talent and a lack of industry standards that makes it harder for top professionals to be created.
"We not only have a shortage of the highly technically skilled people required to operate and support systems already deployed, but also an even more desperate shortage of people who can design secure systems, write safe computer codes and create the tools needed to prevent, detect and mitigate attacks and system failures," the study said.
Many organizations have found themselves without the right skills for building and maintaining secure infrastructures as a preventative measure or reaction when a security breach happens. The problem here is that for any professional looking to join this high demand field, there is little overall direction or clearly defined roles for them to take.
Instead of trying to recruit talented individuals against the competition that is also looking, more organizations are starting to partner with quality IT consulting firms. This allows organizations to quickly acquire the right skill set to combat current security threats, while also ensuring that every aspect of a business is taken into account.
