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Stop Blaming Your People: the Case for Human-Centred Cyber Security

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The article argues against blaming employees as the weakest link in cyber security and advocates for a human-centred approach that focuses on educating people as a key defense. Cyber security expert Caitriona Forde emphasizes shifting training from corporate obligation to teaching essential life skills that protect individuals and their families, thereby fostering a culture of empowerment rather than shame. With evolving AI threats, businesses must adopt practical measures like explaining risks, encouraging cautious behavior, sharing experiences openly, verifying requests, and governing AI use to build resilience and reduce incidents.

https://www.businessnews.com.au/article/Stop-blaming-your-people-the-case-for-human-centred-cyber-security

You Can’t Train Your Way Out of the AI Skills Gap

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Jeff Carson argues that while many enterprises recognize an AI skills gap and invest heavily in training, the core challenge lies not in skill deficiencies but in outdated work design. He emphasizes that true AI-driven transformation requires redesigning workflows, roles, and operating models to leverage AI’s capabilities effectively, moving beyond faster individual productivity to achieve improved organizational performance. CIOs play a critical role in leading this redesign to ensure that AI adoption translates into faster decisions, reduced bottlenecks, and better business outcomes.

https://www.cio.com/article/4165040/you-cant-train-your-way-out-of-the-ai-skills-gap.html

Why It’s Time to Stop Blaming Staff for Breaches

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Security awareness training has been widely adopted by companies but has not significantly reduced breaches, largely because it fails to keep pace with sophisticated, AI-driven, personalized phishing attacks. Experts argue that technology must do more to block threats before reaching employees, and training should be targeted, relevant, and supported by a positive security culture that encourages reporting mistakes rather than punishing them.

https://www.itweb.co.za/article/why-its-time-to-stop-blaming-staff-for-breaches/wbrpOqg2lYnMDLZn

Why Hiring ‘AI Engineers’ Won’t Work

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The article argues that the role of an “AI engineer” is a myth because AI work encompasses diverse functions requiring different skills and mindsets. It outlines three essential AI engineering archetypes—prototypers, builders, and scalers—each focusing on distinct phases from rapid experimentation to production scaling, and emphasizes the need for companies to hire and assess talent based on these specific roles rather than expecting a single person to cover all AI responsibilities. This nuanced understanding is crucial for enterprises to build effective AI teams and avoid costly mismatches.

https://www.cio.com/article/4162080/why-hiring-ai-engineers-wont-work.html

Beyond Awareness: Human Risk Management Metrics for CISOs

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Traditional cybersecurity awareness training often fails to sufficiently protect organizations against increasingly sophisticated human-targeted cyber threats. Forrester Research advocates for a human risk management approach that leverages behavioral data to identify and mitigate risky employee actions through targeted interventions, fostering a security culture focused on measurable behavior change rather than mere training completion. This data-driven strategy enables CISOs to align security metrics with business goals and improve overall cybersecurity posture by addressing the root causes of human vulnerabilities.

https://www.techtarget.com/searchsecurity/tip/Beyond-awareness-Human-risk-management-metrics-for-CISOs

AI Isn’t Failing, People Are Failing With AI

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The article emphasizes that AI failures stem from improper application rather than from the technology itself, highlighting the importance of domain expertise and understanding model operations. It distinguishes between the effectiveness of models like BERT and GPT, advocating for a risk-based framework in deploying AI to manage industry-specific challenges and data utilization. Successful AI transformation relies on organizational fluency with technology and strategic planning.

https://www.cio.com/article/4135361/ai-isnt-failing-people-are-failing-with-ai.html

Skills Are Evolving Too Quickly for Current Training Cycles, Report Says

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IT skills are evolving rapidly, outpacing traditional training cycles, according to Info-Tech Research Group. IT workers' roles change every 18 months, but learning is often viewed as a benefit rather than essential. Many organizations treat training as a perk, leading to skill gaps. To stay relevant, learning must be integrated into daily operations. Workers express that training opportunities impact job retention positively.

https://www.ciodive.com/news/learning-skills-evolving-training-cycles-it-info-tech/812628/

Human Risk Management: CISOs’ Solution to the Security Awareness Training Paradox

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Security awareness training (SAT) is ineffective despite significant investment, as it focuses on knowledge rather than behavior. Human risk management (HRM), which focuses on changing employee behavior, is a more effective approach. HRM uses AI to personalize training, identify risky users, and provide targeted interventions, ultimately improving cybersecurity behavior and reducing incidents.

https://www.csoonline.com/article/4123230/human-risk-management-cisos-solution-to-the-security-awareness-training-paradox.html

Invest in the Workforce for the AI Age: a Blueprint for Scale, Skills and Responsible Growth

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Investing in workforce skills is crucial for harnessing AI's potential. Organizations must transform their workforces and operational models to create value from AI. This involves focusing on intellectual property over traditional services and redesigning roles for collaboration between humans and AI. Practical actions include establishing clear skill frameworks, facilitating internal mobility, and embedding ethics in AI deployment. With effective AI integration, companies can enhance productivity, foster inclusion, and meet evolving industry demands, ensuring responsible growth and lasting impact.

https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/ai-roadmap-transforming/

Mentorship & Diversity: Shaping the Next Gen of Cyber Experts

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Notable figures like Patricia Voight, CISO at Webster Bank, emphasize the importance of mentorship and diversity in cybersecurity, advocating for career development and understanding business needs in a constantly evolving industry. Voight encourages aspiring professionals to pursue cybersecurity, highlighting the sector's growth and the necessity of human expertise amid advancements in AI and automation.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-careers/mentorship-and-diversity-shaping-the-next-generation-of-cyber-experts

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