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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
CyberSeek expands cybersecurity workforce data coverage and enhances user experience
Cybersecurity job postings of 514,000 up over prior reporting period DENVER, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Against a backdrop of uncertainty, employers across the economy continue to build their cybersecurity capacity through talent acquisition and skills development, according to new data from CyberSeek™, the most comprehensive source of information on the U.S. cybersecurity workforce. Employers in the private and public sectors deployed 514,359 job listings over the past 12 months1 in recruiting for dedicated cybersecurity jobs and adjacent technical positions with a heavy cybersecurity skills requirement. This represents an increase of nearly 57,000 listings, or 12% over the lull in hiring activity during the prior 12-month reporting period. The new CyberSeek data release and website refresh coincides with the 2025 NICE Conference & Expo, taking place in Denver. This year's conference theme 'Climbing Higher: Educating & Sustaining a Resilient Cybersecurity Workforce' reinforces the need for robust data and insights to inform strategic planning across private and public sector organizations. 'The cybersecurity workforce needs of organizations continue to climb higher and should compel us to scale and sustain education and workforce development programs,' said Rodney Petersen, director of NICE. 'The CyberSeek data, based on actual job postings, also reinforces the importance of employers providing realistic entry-level opportunities for aspiring cybersecurity workers and prioritizing the ongoing development of talent.' One of the new data additions to CyberSeek is the percent of cybersecurity job listings that cite an artificial intelligence (AI) skills requirement. Over the past 12 months, approximately 10% of employers recruiting for cybersecurity positions cited AI as a requirement. For other segments of employers, it may be an implied skill requirement not explicitly mentioned in the job listing. For the first time CyberSeek is providing a global cybersecurity employment baseline, which stands at an estimated 4,970,000, with a range estimate of 4.4m to 5.5m using lower-end and higher-end estimation factors. This figure encompasses dedicated cybersecurity professionals and adjacent IT professionals with significant cybersecurity responsibilities. 'Despite broader economic uncertainty, demand for cybersecurity talent remains high, with a workforce gap continuing to challenge both the public and private sectors,' said Matthew Walsh, Research Director at Lightcast. 'In this update to CyberSeek, Lightcast and CompTIA are proud to introduce a global estimate of the cybersecurity workforce, along with new insights on the growing intersection of cybersecurity and AI skills. These data provide valuable insights for employers, policymakers, educators, and jobseekers navigating today's evolving cybersecurity landscape.' Other new data enhancements include an updated mapping of employer job postings to the NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity. The CyberSeek-calculated supply-demand ratio is 74%, suggesting a larger gap between perceived employer cybersecurity staffing needs and the potential supply of talent. Other factors adding complexity to the dynamic include recruiting periods that are 21% longer on average, the emergence of yet-to-be-defined AI-enabled threats, the pace of technical and process change, and the ever-present challenges of continuous learning and skills development. 'The data reinforces the importance of a layered approach to cybersecurity defense strategies,' said Tim Herbert, chief research officer, CompTIA. 'This is especially critical in the emerging domains of AI (SecAI) and operational technology security (SecOT) where new security protocols and skills will be needed.' The latest CyberSeek release again shows cybersecurity talent needs spanning the country. Businesses of all sizes and every industry sector type, as well as state and local governments, must contend with decisions of building their cybersecurity teams through recruitment or internal development. The top 10 states account for approximately 55% of hiring activity via job posting volumes, with the remaining 45% among every other state. CyberSeek provides detailed, actionable data about the cybersecurity job market. It is a joint initiative of NICE, a program of the National Institute of Standards and Technology focused on advancing cybersecurity education and workforce development; Lightcast, a leading authority on global job skills, workforce talent and labor market dynamics; and CompTIA, the world's leading information technology (IT) certification and training body. Visit to learn more. 1 12-month period spanning May 2024 through April 2025 2 12-month period spanning May 2024 through April 2025 | Some overlap in categories may exist View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE CyberSeek
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NH Job Corps to close June 30 when U.S. Labor Department pauses program
New Hampshire's Job Corps training program, serving more than 200 teenagers and young adults ages 16 to 24, will close June 30 after federal labor officials put a pause last week on the nationwide training and education program, which has come under fire for high costs, problems and poor results. More than 40 students at the state's single campus, at 984 Dunbarton Road in Manchester may be without housing as early as Friday per the phased-in closings. State and local officials are scrambling to find continued employment, education and suitable residential accommodations for the participants who live in the dorms. 'We've been communicating and planning for multiple contingencies since Friday," Manchester Mayor Jay Ruais said Sunday. 'I fully expect community and local partners to step up as they have in the past.' No arrangements have been finalized yet, he said, but 'the city is committed to ensuring' that those affected, including the staff of 100, have options for placement. Ruais called Job Corps 'a significant economic generator for the city and state,' providing about $20 million annually. 'There is also a lot of workforce development' which enables the students and trainees to transition to positions with New Hampshire employers. The U.S. Department of Labor's announcement came Thursday, affecting contractor-operated sites such as New Hampshire's without suspending operations at those run by the federal government. There are currently 125 centers across the U.S. Manchester Ward 7 Alderman Ross Terrio texted Sunday, 'It is happening too fast. The people affected need more time to make arrangements for finding other work and housing. If there are problems I think they should have tried to fix them before ending the program.' Opened nearly 10 years ago in October 2015, the Queen City's $35 million complex was designed to give young people a jumpstart in work. 'This program helps young people who are poor and unskilled find a trade that can make them self-sufficent,' Terrio wrote. John Stephen, District 4 executive councilor, in a letter to commissioners at the state's departments of labor, employment security and business and economic affairs, said, 'This pause risks disrupting the progress of enrolled students and undermining the progress of workforce development efforts in New Hampshire.' Stephen asked the commissioners to collaborate with U.S. labor officials to identify flexible federal funding sources that would allow the state to continue Job Corps programs that are effective. 'Comprehensive transition plans must be developed to ensure current students are seamlessly integrated into alternative training programs, educational opportunities, or employment pathways that support their long term success,' he wrote. 'I encourage you all to investigate innovative strategies to reduce costs and boost graduation rates, such as streamlining operations, enhancing mentorship programs, or partnering with local businesses to align training with workforce needs.' He said New Hampshire's cost per student 'while below the national average of $80,284.65 "remains significant." New Hampshire's graduation rate of 42.1%,' while above the national average of 38.6%, 'highlights the need for improvement.' The U.S. Labor Department's Transparency Report for Program Year 2023, released in April 2025, documented 14,913 serious incident reports at Job Corps Centers nationwide including 1,764 acts of violence, 2,702 reports of drug use, 1,808 hospital visits, 1,167 breaches of security, and 372 reports of sexual assault and inappropriate sexual behavior. It was not clear at press time how many of these may have occurred in New Hampshire. 'Job Corps was created to help young adults build a pathway to a better life through education, training and community,' U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer said in news release May 29. 'However a startling number of serious incident reports and our in-depth fiscal analysis reveal the program is no longer achieving the intended outcomes that students deserve.' According to the Labor Department: In 2024, the program operated at a $140 million deficit, requiring the Biden administration to pause center operations during that year. The deficit is projected to reach $213 million in 2025. 'We remain committed to ensuring all participants are supported through this transition and connected with the resources they need to succeed as we evaluate the program's possibilities,' Chavez-DeRemer wrote on May 29. A staff member at Job Corps in Manchester declined to provide further information when a reporter went to the Dunbarton Road site on Sunday.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Impending Shreveport Job Corps closure, the City Council respond
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Members of the Shreveport City Council are expressing concern following the recent announcement of the impending closure of the Shreveport Job Corps Center. The Shreveport Job Corps Center has long served as a vital resource for career training and educational development for young people in the region. In a news release, the City Council states, 'while the closure marks a significant transition, Council members are committed to ensuring that students and staff are supported throughout this process and that vital workforce development opportunities remain accessible across the city.' 'We must do everything in our power to support the young people impacted by this closure,' said Council Chairwoman Tabatha Taylor. 'This center has touched many lives, including those of my own family, who worked in education and job placement. We will work closely with our local partners to ensure students are connected to alternative training, apprenticeships, and stable housing where needed. And we will not forget the dedicated staff who have served this mission. They, too, deserve our full support and access to new employment pathways.' La. proposed bill to criminalize 'intentional exposure' to STDs, advances The Council say they are actively exploring partnerships with community organizations, workforce development agencies, and educational institutions to continue offering access to trade programs, certifications, and support services. 'As an educator, I believe we have an obligation to build and expand opportunities for youth in Shreveport, not diminish them. This moment calls on us to strengthen pathways to good paying jobs and trade based careers that empower our next generation, said Councilman Alan Jackson. Vice. Chairwomen Ursula Bowman added, 'This closure also calls for advocating for the talented educators, counselors, and support staff whose work has made Job Corps a vital part of our community. like my family who formerly taught cement classes.' Job Corps' departure leaves vacant a large facility that could have an impact on the neighborhood state Shreveport's City Council. DOGE slashes Shreveport Green and AmeriCorps funding 'We don't want this site to sit empty and become another blighted property,' Councilman Gary Brooks said. 'It's important that we explore how this space can continue to benefit the community and avoid long-term decline.' Councilman Jim Taliaferro said, 'Trades and apprenticeships are essential to a well-rounded local economy. Not every student will go the traditional route, and programs offered through institutions like a Job Corps and business apprenticeship programs give them real-life tools and options. We need to ensure that those alternatives stay within reach for both current and future generations.' Councilman James Green added, 'We are losing more than a program. We are losing a bridge to opportunity. We must stand with the young men and women impacted by this and reaffirm our city's commitment to education, training, and second chances.' The Shreveport City Council concluded its statement by emphasizing that all community agencies, employers, and training providers should actively share opportunities with affected students and staff. Council members remain committed to working together to uphold the values of inclusion, economic mobility, and opportunity for all. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Lief Labs' CEO Adel Villalobos Featured in Fireside Chat at VIA Workforce Development Conference
VALENCIA, CA / ACCESS Newswire / May 28, 2025 / Lief Labs, a premier formulation and product development innovator and manufacturer of dietary supplements, is pleased to announce that Lief's CEO & Founder, Adel Villalobos, was a featured speaker in a fireside chat at the Valley Industry Association (VIA) Workforce Development Conference on May 15th held at the Hyatt Regency in Valencia, CA. The VIA's Workforce Development Conference was titled, The Future of Work 2.0: Igniting Generational Talent in a Tech-Driven World, and attendees included executives, entrepreneurs, human resource and thought leaders from some of the top companies of the Santa Clarita Valley. In addition to fireside chats with Villalobos and other regional business leaders, the conference featured strategy discussions regarding attracting, retaining and developing top talent in a competitive market and creating pathways for growth that resonate across generations with presentations from keynote speakers Seth Mattison and Kim Lear. Adel Villalobos, CEO & Founder of Lief Labs 'I greatly appreciated the opportunity to share my experience and views on how company culture is critical to scaling a business. Culture is as important as the great nutritional products we produce at Lief. I believe you can't have one without the other,' said Adel Villalobos, Lief Labs' CEO and Founder. 'The VIA Conference did a fantastic job of bringing together great insight on the future of workforce development through the perspective of generational differences and technology and the impact these two areas are already having on businesses and their culture.' Villalobos added, 'I was proud to be representing my CEO colleagues and Los Angeles CEO Council where I play a key role in advocating for workforce development. I'm extremely passionate about the importance of bringing community, businesses and elected officials together to drive the right economic climate through collaborative agendas such as workforce development.' About Lief Labs Lief Labs is a premier formulation and product development innovator and manufacturer of dietary supplements. Our in-house Product Development and R&D team creates the best tasting and most cutting-edge formulations of supplements. Lief also houses over 220,000 sq ft of new and fully renovated, full-service, state-of-the-art, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) manufacturing facility, which includes an in-house analytical testing lab and a microbiology lab, and offers custom solutions for a multitude of supplement categories. Lief collaborates with entrepreneurial firms to help them build premier brands. Our turnkey solutions allow us to engage in seamless partnerships that help brands with scalability and sustainable growth. Lief hosts the Beyond the Supps podcast which covers a wide range of topics such as entrepreneurship, social media, quality control, health & wellness, and the impact the dietary supplement industry has worldwide. The company is based in Valencia, CA. To learn more, please visit ### For Media Inquiries, please contact: Cathy Loos Loos & Co. Communications +1-347-334-4135 [email protected] SOURCE: Lief Labs press release
Zawya
23-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
HP extends footprint in Egypt with Cairo office opening
Arab Finance: HP Inc., a global technology leader, is reinforcing its presence and network in Egypt with the opening of its office in Cairo, as per an emailed press release. The company is also expanding its local team over the next three years and focusing on supporting digital transformation and workforce development in line with Egypt Vision 2030 Moreover, it is boosting its operations to meet the country's growing demand for technology that enables business agility, talent development, and increasingly inclusive economic growth. This move will allow HP to back the people, the partners, and the skills that support a digitally enabled workforce and back Egypt's broader ambitions and the future of work. Also, this will help to strengthen the digital infrastructure, develop the growth of SMEs, and improve access to technology in the public and private sectors. 'Egypt has set a clear direction with Vision 2030 and the Digital Egypt Strategy – putting technology, education, and innovation at the center of national development,' said Helena Herrero, President of HP Southern Europe, Middle East and Africa. 'This creates a strong environment for companies like HP to support national goals through technology, skills development, and innovation,' she added. 'With the largest portfolio of solutions across personal systems, printers, collaboration systems, peripherals and services, HP is uniquely positioned to put the benefits of AI in the hands of businesses and employees. One of our strengths is that we have always worked and continue to work with a large ecosystem of industry-leading partners, as well as distribution partners, to offer our users the best experiences', Herrero highlighted. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
