MAY 2024ENTERPRISE SECURITY| | 9Some of the largest private and public organizations are looking for non-traditional backgrounds for cyber talent. They are ahead of the curve. STRATEGIES YOU ENVISION WILL ENHANCE THE ABILITY TO ATTRACT, DEVELOP, AND RETAIN CYBERSECURITY TALENT FROM UNCONVENTIONAL CHANNELSIf you haven't yet, create an apprenticeship program. Offering to train and help further adapt non-traditional cybersecurity talent will help in attracting and retaining them. Market the fact that the organization is looking to shape the future with non-traditional talent supplementing the current workforce.Update job descriptions with alternate but equivalent requirements for those postings that can fit an apprentice or other non-traditional candidate (e.g., "degree or certificate in XYZ and # years of experience").I personally put boots on the ground to help organizations build programs to attract, develop and retain talent, as well as training programs for cybersecurity as a board member. I have also stood up for these same programs within several organizations I have been with, and I'm always available to answer questions. Feel free to rephrase the questions based on your viewpoint as well. Additionally, we would appreciate it if you could share your biography along with the draft.AUTHOR BIO:I have been honored to generate multimillion-dollar cyber revenues for leading consulting firms across industries. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and intelligence, I have crafted a career that spans industries and the consulting field, as well as the public and private sectors worldwide. I drive organizational goals as a consultant and have helped secure a projected $100M+ in revenue in FY 21 with $30M+ in development for FY 22 through strategic relationships and business development, providing cybersecurity senior leadership through the delivery of complex engagements.I also serve as the VP of the board for CyberUp, a cybersecurity training, placement, and apprenticeship non-profit. As an established pillar of the Kansas City and St. Louis Metro areas in the field of cybersecurity and business, I have developed business relationships with other firms and potential clients. My specialty is delivering innovative cybersecurity and technology transformations with deep industry knowledge and producing thought leadership. I solve tough issues with new ways of thinking and humbly look forward to the opportunity to continue to lead. ESSOME OF THE LARGEST PRIVATE AND PUBLIC ORGANIZATIONS ARE LOOKING FOR NON-TRADITIONAL BACKGROUNDS FOR CYBER TALENT. THEY ARE AHEAD OF THE CURVE
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