Lack of IT staff leaving companies exposed to hacker attacks

Cybersecurity professionals call for better education after data thefts and the Wannacry attack on NHS IT systems

Cybersecurity professionals are calling for better education and improved apprentice schemes after saying a shortfall of staff in the sector is leaving companies exposed to hacker attacks.

According to a recent survey of recruitment agencies, 81% expect a rise in demand for digital security staff, but only 16% saw that the demand would be met.