Poland faces a significant cybersecurity workforce gap, with an estimated 15,000 unfilled roles in 2026, reflecting the country's rapid digital growth. The cybersecurity workforce ratio stands at 2.1 specialists per 1,000 employees, indicating a need for increased training and recruitment. Salaries for cybersecurity experts have risen to an average of USD 45,000 annually, attracting more talent to the sector.
Investments in cybersecurity are steadily increasing, with 12% of the IT budget allocated to security measures. Despite this, Poland continues to experience around 4,200 reported cybersecurity incidents annually, emphasizing the importance of closing the workforce gap to enhance national cyber defenses.
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