Why You Can't Afford to Miss the SANS | GIAC Workforce Leadership Summit at RSAC 2025 Conference

The Cybersecurity Talent Crisis is Real. Is Your Organization Prepared to Address It?

The demand for cybersecurity professionals is skyrocketing. As companies are struggling to keep up with emerging threats, smart leaders understand one truth—your workforce is your first line of defense. If you’re responsible for cybersecurity hiring, training, or retaining talent, the inaugural SANS | GIAC Workforce Leadership Summit is the must-attend event at RSAC^TM 2025. Taking place on Thursday, May 1, from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM PDT, this exclusive half-day event will equip you with the actionable insights and strategies to build a future-ready security team.

Exclusive First Look: 2025 Cybersecurity Workforce Research Report by SANS | GIAC

A key highlight of the Summit is the release of the 2025 Cybersecurity Workforce Research Report by SANS | GIAC—a comprehensive, global study revealing how HR and cybersecurity leaders can collaborate more effectively to attract, develop, and retain top-tier security teams.

What’s Inside the Report?

• Evolving Skills Gap: Understand how the cybersecurity skills gap is changing and its implications for your organization.
• Training and Certifications: Explore the critical role of cybersecurity training and certifications in workforce development.
• HR and Security Collaboration: Learn best practices for strengthening collaboration between HR and security leaders to improve hiring outcomes.
• Shifting Workplace Values: Discover how changing workplace priorities impact hiring and retention strategies.
• Industry Case Studies: Gain insights from top organizations, including United Airlines, Cisco, IBM, Airbus, Middle East Broadcast Corporation, and more.

This is not just another industry report – it’s your blueprint for building, training, and retaining elite cybersecurity talent.

Why This Event Matters

The cybersecurity workforce shortage is at a breaking point. According to CyberSeek, a significant portion of unfilled cybersecurity jobs require certifications, with around 80% of positions listing industry cybersecurity certifications as a requirement. The demand for skilled professionals is higher than ever, and organizations must rethink their hiring and training strategies to stay ahead.

At the SANS | GIAC Workforce Leadership Summit, you’ll walk away with:

• Current Workforce Trends: Gain a clear understanding of the latest cybersecurity workforce challenges and opportunities.
• Talent Development Strategies: Learn proven strategies for upskilling, reskilling, and retaining top talent.
• Leadership Insights: Hear directly from industry leaders who have successfully built world-class security teams.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for professionals responsible for cybersecurity hiring, training, and workforce development, including:

• CISOs and security leaders focused on building and sustaining high-performing teams.

• HR and talent development leaders managing cybersecurity hiring and retention strategies.

Cybersecurity training and certification leaders preparing teams for workforce readiness. Secure Your Spot—Add This Event to Your RSAC^TM 2025 Conference Schedule Cybersecurity talent challenges won’t fix themselves—be part of the solution. Gain exclusive access to new research, expert insights, and proven hiring strategies in one power-packed session. Reserve your spot now and add the SANS | GIAC Workforce Leadership Summit to your RSAC^TM 2025 Conference schedule.