"How Neurodiversity Can Help Fill the Cybersecurity Workforce Shortage"

Dr. Jodi Asbell-Clarke, a senior leader at TERC, brings further attention to how neurodiversity can help address the cybersecurity workforce shortage. She emphasizes that many people with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurodiverse conditions could bring new perspectives to help organizations solve cybersecurity challenges. One ISC2 recommendation for filling the cybersecurity workforce gap is to recruit a more diverse population, as cybersecurity work requires a wide range of skills at various levels. Problem-solving makes up a significant part of the workload. A diverse workforce welcomes new perspectives and problem-solving approaches, expanding the cyber skill set. According to Dr. Clarke's research, companies with successful neurodiversity workforce programs have changed their recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and management practices. This article continues to discuss Dr. Clarke's insights on embracing neurodiversity to help fill the cybersecurity workforce gap.

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