Top cybersecurity roles in companies in the EU 2024

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Alexandra Borgeaud,
Oct 15, 2024

According to a 2024 survey, the most critical cybersecurity role within organizations in the EU was Chief security/Information officer, highlighted by 30 percent of respondents. This role is of utmost importance as they develop security policies, handle risk management, and respond to cyber incidents. The position least sought-after was digital forensic investigator. 

Most crucial cybersecurity roles within companies in the European Union (EU) in 2024

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Release date

July 2024

Region

EU

Survey time period

24 April to 17 May 2024

Number of respondents

8,849 respondents

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managers responsible for IT, or someone with decision-making responsibilities in companies with at least one employee holding a position or performing a role directly related to cyber security and/or at least one position in cyber security currently to be filled.

Method of interview

Telephone interview

Supplementary notes

Original survey question: "Which of the following cybersecurity roles are most important in your company?"

Multiple answers were possible. 

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