India’s cybersecurity workforce gap: Why academia and industry must act together
By Dr. Omprakash Mandge, Principal at MET Institute of Computer Science
India’s digital economy is growing at an extraordinary pace. From digital payments and cloud computing to artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, and connected public infrastructure, technology is transforming the way businesses operate and the way citizens access services. The Information Technology (IT) and IT-enabled Services (ITeS) sectors continue to be among the country’s largest economic engines, contributing significantly to GDP, exports, and employment.
But this digital progress comes with a growing challenge. As organisations become more connected, they are also becoming more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Organisations grapple with ransomware, data breaches, supply chain attacks, and AI-powered cybercrime while individuals face phishing scams, identity theft, and financial fraud. These attacks not only cause financial losses but also drive rising cybersecurity investments as organisations work to protect their digital assets and operations. Global estimates suggest that cybercrime could cost the world nearly...
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