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In 2022, threat actors such as Medibank and Optus attacked several high-profile companies. These attacks raised the worry of many AU companies and the government, triggering the goal of getting more cybersecurity experts in their own companies.
Many security experts feel that many companies still think they wouldn’t be attacked. Still, according to Dr Mohiuddin Ahmed, senior computing and security lecturer at Edith Cowan University, there will be more attempts at security breaches in 2023. He expects the targets to be highly digitised Australian hospital systems and other critical infrastructure.
Ahmed added that companies should consistently follow ‘cyber hygiene’ to minimise potential threats affecting their services. Mamoun Alazab, an associate professor at Charles Darwin University, stated that the government is already taking the necessary steps to prepare for the forecasted influx of cybersecurity attacks in 2023.
Specialist recruiting firm Robert Half noted that for this specific reason, cybersecurity skills might be the top priority of AU employers as they look to improve their defences against malicious acts.
According to Andrew Brushfield, director at Robert Half, “with the news cycle dominated by high-profile cyber security breaches in recent months, it is unsurprising that many of the top in-demand roles are tech and cybersecurity-focused. The booming demand for cybersecurity talent, both on a permanent and contract basis, will collide with a deep talent deficit in 2023, putting pressure on employers to further increase starting salary offers and, in some cases, offer premiums to starting salaries, to fill crucial roles.”
According to the recruiting firm, the top 10 in-demand roles for 2023 will be as follows: DevOps Engineer, Cyber-security specialist, Developer, Finance Business Partner, Financial Accountant, HR Business Partner, Customer Service Officer, Receptionist, Risk Manager, Digital Marketing Manager.
“Business strategies for 2023, which include implementing digital transformation and cybersecurity initiatives, staying abreast of regulatory reform, and an increased cost-focused approach in the finance sector, are driving ongoing demand for specialised staff in the finance and technology sectors,” added Brushfield.
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