CFOtech Australia - Technology news for CFOs & financial decision-makers

Skills shortage stories - Page 29

1534766645(2)

AIA & SAS team up to address Australia's data skills gap

Thu, 21st Mar 2024
#
sas
#
skills shortage
#
data literacy
AIA and SAS form strategic partnership to curtail Australia's data skills deficit, using SAS's data, AI, and analytics tools to prepare future leaders in analytics and business transformation.
Lisatetrault headshot

IWD 2024: Cybersecurity is stronger with diversity

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
#
risk & compliance
#
cybersecurity
#
it industry
IWD 2024: Encouraging diversity in cybersecurity is crucial to tackle growing threats, skill shortage issues and to promote better business outcomes, say experts.
Firefighting

The imperative for collaborative IT in Australian state governments

Mon, 5th Feb 2024
#
uc
#
cybersecurity
#
ai models
Australian state governments are being urged to embrace collaborative IT, leveraging partnerships and resource pooling to create effective, standardised solutions and tackle skills shortages in sectors including bushfire management and cybersecurity.
Img uy8l8x7mydi7lnjvusf8u4dh

Check Point launches Infinity AI Copilot tackling cybersecurity challenges

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
#
genai
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Check Point Software pioneers the next era of cybersecurity with its Infinity AI Copilot, an AI-driven platform designed to address the alarming global rise in ransomware attacks and bolster security measures in the face of a deepening skills shortage.
Img nqjlo6knd7yc1l2lslghglvv

Atturra partners with MyCISO for stronger cybersecurity in Australia

Mon, 29th Jan 2024
#
partner programmes
#
cybersecurity
#
skills shortage
Technology provider Atturra's strategic alliance with MyCISO aims to enhance cybersecurity services in Australia's education and commercial sectors via a data-focused and scalable solution.
Img vtq9dsa562f00emzseckrnsx

50th graduate from DC designer pathway programme

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
#
hyperscale
#
dc
#
colocation
B&W Engineering, a global leader in data centre design, enrols its 50th graduate into their comprehensive Global Graduate Pathway Programme, paving a clear career path for new talent.
Img miybdtlf5hn6w3lz6swq4b82

SnapLogic reveals high demand for data skills in ANZ report

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
#
data analytics
#
digital transformation
#
genai
SnapLogic's report shows strong demand for data and analytics professionals in Australia and New Zealand, with AI's transformative impact and the crucial role of cybersecurity in data strategies taking centre stage.
Img i7phkbmnkklb8u1r3njlsgwn

Fortra unveils 2024 cybersecurity landscape report

Fri, 19th Jan 2024
#
malware
#
data protection
#
ransomware
Fortra's 2024 State of Cybersecurity Survey signals phishing, malware, and accidental data loss as imminent security threats.
Img dpmx2pwp6aymbdgcuvn0ozdv

GEN8 announces Generative AI training for knowledge workers

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
#
physical security
#
genai
#
data privacy
Australian firm GEN8 has announced the Generative AI Navigator (GAIN) programme, a 3-week course designed to equip knowledge workers with the skills and insight required to navigate the emerging field of generative AI.
Img obfjfobnxuzm9vjjfzxtecv8

CEOs fear AI & climate change could sink firms – report

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
#
pwc
Global CEOs voice rising concern over long-term corporate sustainability, citing advancements in AI and climate disruption, as per PwC survey.
Img 95z6pc6d22dwf1rif7xvkhyq

Skills for Life initiative sparks renewed interest in vocational paths

Thu, 4th Jan 2024
#
edutech
#
healthtech
#
education, learning & training
The nationwide initiative, Skills for Life, promotes technical qualifications, skills training and business growth via a dynamic mass-media campaign.
Img d8vq50dlugslfykt67topfmu

Cybersecurity skills gap poses threat to business protection measures

Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
#
devops
#
digital transformation
#
apm
As digital threats surge, the cybersecurity sector grapples with a pronounced skills gap, jeopardising protection measures and leading to employee burnout.
Img egveitldqhpxopvtmvt0pey8

Telecoms face GenAI threats and skills shortage in 2024

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
#
edge computing
#
genai
#
data privacy
Telecoms battling GenAI security threats, grappling with skills shortage in 2024, warns EY report.
Img lfrfbxmvoc1ybjj2tmf4tny4

Cyber security budget cuts linked to mental health issues, survey reveals

Wed, 20th Dec 2023
#
edutech
#
ransomware
#
encryption
IT professionals' mental health impacted by reduced cyber security budgets, Integrity360 survey shows.
Img uejups6dpw9ceplqrqnduusb

ACS unveils migration plan to tackle Australia's tech skill deficit

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
#
it professionals
#
skills shortage
#
acs
ACS's new Migration Strategy aims to address Australia's tech skill deficit, reconfiguring migration to boost prosperity.
Stella

Stellar Cyber amplifies field-proven university program

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
#
siem
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
ueba
Stellar Cyber introduces a free global initiative to aid educational institutions in addressing the cybersecurity skills shortage.
Img i6niiuhg9fu1dshm6ibsqipw

Unleashing migrant tech talent to combat Australia's skills gap

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
#
skills shortage
#
australian economy
#
migrants
A guide by Settlement Services International and the Australian Computer Society reveals how migrant tech talent could help Australia address its 60,000 strong tech skills deficit.
Img moifcnsjan72wic4ucu7dac4

ACS launches NSW Digital Skills Compact amid looming skills shortage

Fri, 1st Dec 2023
#
edutech
#
robots
#
uc
ACS partners with leading industry groups and the NSW government to combat a looming digital skills shortage.
Img mgxygzcgugvv6jn1iqinf1qz

Equinix report explores Australian mining leaders' tech views amidst uncertainties

Tue, 28th Nov 2023
#
hyperscale
#
dc
#
equinix
Equinix's latest report reveals Australian mining leaders maintain optimism amidst geopolitical and economic challenges, acknowledging technology's crucial role in industry adaptation.
Img uk7n6apfkzeqa8ywcmw1rjee

Australian businesses record 20% drop in shifts per year, study reveals

Mon, 20th Nov 2023
#
labour
#
skills shortage
#
hospitality
Australian businesses saw a 20% YoY dip in shifts, with Victoria most affected at 31%, finds Sidekicker Jobs Index.