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The cybersecurity profession is changing faster than ever.

In Part 2 of our breakdown of the 2026 ISSA Life and Times of Cybersecurity Professionals Report, we explore what 380 IT and cybersecurity professionals say about the biggest challenges facing the industry today.

We discuss:

• Why cybersecurity and IT must work together
 • Is the cybersecurity skills shortage real?
 • How organizations should build better talent pipelines
 • Why AI is a force multiplier—not a replacement
 • The evolving role of today's CISO
 • The leadership, business, and communication skills that matter most

Whether you're trying to break into cybersecurity, advance your career, or become a future security leader, this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately.

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