The Power of Certifications in Legal

<b><i>Part Two of a Two-Part Article</b></i><p>Professionals in e-discovery and privacy, including lawyers, are hungry for growth opportunities and may be ripe to transition into certain security-centric positions; however, the security job landscape is far more expansive and far less commoditized than ESI or privacy — for now. Part Two provides a road map for how certifications can assist an individual or an organization in reinventing, repurposing, creating or maintaining cybersecurity talents.

1 minute read June 01, 2018 at 12:09 AM
By
Jared Coseglia
The Power of Certifications in Legal
Part One

The Cyber Skills Gap

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The Technical Gap

2

The Leadership Gap

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The Specialization Gap

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