Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast – Episode 127: Cybersecurity Workforce

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast, EMA cybersecurity experts Chris Steffen, VP of Research at EMA, and Ken Buckler, Research Director at EMA, tackle the ongoing cybersecurity workforce gap and what’s being done to close it.

Highlights include:
– Why the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals continues to grow
– NIST’s recent $3M investment in cybersecurity workforce development across 13 states
– The role of certifications like CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and SANS certifications in launching or advancing a cyber career
– How organizations—and even the U.S. military—are shifting resources to address critical cyber needs

Whether you’re a security leader, practitioner, or someone looking to break into the field, this conversation is packed with practical insights and career advice.