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The biggest cybersecurity challenge is not the lack of professionals: more than talent, the sector requires operational capacity
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The biggest cybersecurity challenge is not the lack of professionals: more than talent, the sector requires operational capacity

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 18:45

For several years now, the shortage of professionals has dominated the debate about the main cybersecurity challenges. However, a new perspective suggests that the biggest challenge in the sector is not the lack of talent.

According to this view, more than qualified professionals, cybersecurity requires operational capacity to face its threats. The article questions the prevailing narrative that focuses exclusively on the shortage of specialized labor as the main problem in the field.

Why this matters

This article is relevant for professionals and companies in the region that invest in cybersecurity, as it challenges the common narrative about the lack of workforce and suggests that the true barrier lies in operational execution. Readers can reassess their priorities when hiring or structuring security teams.

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