Building a Skilled Cyber Security Workforce in Latin America
Insights from Chile, Colombia and Mexico
As societies become increasingly digital, the importance of cyber security has grown
significantly for individuals, companies, and nations. The rising number of cyber
attacks surpasses the existing defense capabilities, partly due to a shortage of skilled
cyber security professionals. This report delves into the analysis of the demand for
cyber security experts in Latin America, using information from online job postings
in Chile, Colombia, and Mexico. The analysis investigates recent trends in job demand
for various cyber security roles, the geographical distribution of cyber security
job postings, and the evolving skill requirements in this field. Additionally, the
report focuses on the supply side by examining the landscape of cyber security education
and training programmes in Colombia. It explores the different types of programmes
offered in vocational and higher education, the characteristics of learners enrolled
in these programmes, and their outcomes. Lastly, the report examines policies and
initiatives implemented in Colombia to enhance the accessibility and relevance of
cyber security education and training programmes. This report is part of a broader
initiative that examines the evolution of policies and experiences in the cyber security
profession around the world.
Published on September 22, 2023
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