Security Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Security Industry Statistics

If you are planning security hiring, budgeting, or training, this page cuts through the noise with a clear snapshot of what is driving the gap between demand and capacity, including 5.5 million unfilled cybersecurity jobs worldwide in 2023. It also links talent shortages to real workplace realities and rising threat pressure, from record breach costs to fast growing markets in security services and technology.

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Key Statistics

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There were 5.5 million cybersecurity jobs unfilled globally in 2023.

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U.S. employed 1.1 million security guards in 2022.

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Global private security workforce estimated at 20 million in 2023.

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Cybersecurity workforce gap in U.S. reached 500,000 in 2023.

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44% of companies worldwide reported a lack of cybersecurity skills in 2023.

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Average cybersecurity salary in U.S. $120,360 in 2023.

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3.5 million cybersecurity jobs open globally by 2025 projection from 2023 data.

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Security officer turnover rate averages 100-400% annually in U.S.

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U.S. security services industry employed 881,000 in 2023.

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Women represent 22% of global cybersecurity workforce in 2023.

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Global demand for security guards grew 5% YoY in 2023.

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U.K. private security industry employs over 400,000 people in 2023.

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65% of organizations increased cybersecurity headcount in 2023.

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Average tenure of cybersecurity professionals 2.7 years (2023).

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India cybersecurity workforce 1 million, gap of 1.5 million in 2023.

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90% of security firms report recruitment challenges (2023 survey).

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U.S. projected 3% growth in security guard jobs 2022-2032.

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40% of cybersecurity roles require certifications (2023).

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Global security training market USD 12.5 billion in 2023.

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56% of companies lack in-house cybersecurity training (2023).

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Australia security industry employs 150,000+ in 2023.

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70% of cybersecurity hires entry-level lack experience (2023).

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Security analyst jobs grew 32% 2018-2023.

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25% increase in female security professionals 2020-2023.

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Brazil private security 600,000 jobs in 2023.

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85% of firms upskill cybersecurity staff annually (2023).

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Global cybersecurity certifications held by 1.4 million pros in 2023.

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Global M&A in security industry 250 deals in 2023.

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Cybersecurity VC funding USD 21.8 billion in 2023.

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Private equity investments in physical security USD 5.2 billion 2023.

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Top 10 security acquisitions totaled USD 12 billion 2023.

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Asia security market investments up 25% YoY 2023.

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IPOs in cybersecurity 5 in 2023 raising USD 1.2 billion.

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U.S. government security contracts USD 100 billion awarded 2023.

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European security startups funded USD 3.5 billion 2023.

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Consolidation in video surveillance 15 mergers 2023.

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AI security startups raised USD 4.1 billion in 2023.

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Global security PE exits valued USD 8.7 billion 2023.

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Middle East security investments USD 2.8 billion 2023.

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120 SPAC deals attempted in security failed 2023.

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Latin America cybersecurity funding USD 450 million 2023.

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Big Tech acquired 20 security firms in 2023.

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Security SaaS valuations averaged 15x revenue 2023.

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Australia security M&A 35 transactions USD 1.5 billion 2023.

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Down round funding in cybersecurity 18% of deals 2023.

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Infrastructure security investments USD 6.3 billion 2023.

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40% of security investments in startups under USD 10M 2023.

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China security tech funding USD 2.2 billion 2023.

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Insurance-backed cyber security deals up 30% 2023.

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Regional consolidation in U.K. security 50 deals 2023.

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Late-stage VC in security USD 10.4 billion 2023.

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Africa cybersecurity investments USD 120 million 2023.

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Hardware security module market saw 8 acquisitions 2023.

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Total security industry FDI USD 45 billion 2023.

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The global security services market size was valued at USD 248.35 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 384.30 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.5%.

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The cybersecurity market size was estimated at USD 172.24 billion in 2023 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.3% from 2024 to 2030.

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North America's security services market dominated with a share of 37.2% in 2023.

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The global video surveillance market size was valued at USD 56.2 billion in 2023.

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Access control market expected to grow from USD 11.2 billion in 2023 to USD 18.5 billion by 2028 at CAGR 10.5%.

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Global private security services market projected to reach USD 325 billion by 2028.

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Security as a Service (SECaaS) market size was USD 8.9 billion in 2022, growing at 16.2% CAGR.

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Biometrics market in security valued at USD 35.8 billion in 2023, CAGR 15.2% to 2030.

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Cloud security market size USD 43.74 billion in 2023, to USD 111.68 billion by 2030.

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Physical security market USD 112.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 7.5% to 2030.

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Enterprise security market to grow from USD 125.5 billion in 2023 to USD 200+ billion by 2030.

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Global alarm monitoring market size USD 33.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 7.8%.

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IP camera market valued at USD 13.2 billion in 2023.

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Security analytics market USD 11.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 17.2%.

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Managed security services market USD 35.2 billion in 2023.

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Global security market expected to reach USD 700 billion by 2028.

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U.S. security services market revenue USD 72 billion in 2023.

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Europe security market CAGR 6.8% from 2023-2030.

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Asia Pacific physical security fastest growing at 8.2% CAGR.

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Intrusion detection system market USD 6.8 billion in 2023.

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Global cyber physical systems security market USD 20.1 billion in 2023.

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Perimeter security market USD 8.5 billion in 2023.

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Security orchestration market USD 2.2 billion in 2023, CAGR 14.5%.

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Identity and access management market USD 17.8 billion in 2023.

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Endpoint security market USD 13.5 billion in 2023.

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Global security consulting market USD 25.4 billion in 2023.

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Video surveillance storage market USD 4.8 billion in 2023.

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Security information and event management (SIEM) market USD 5.3 billion in 2023.

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Global electronic security market USD 45.2 billion in 2023, CAGR 8.1%.

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Homeland security market USD 549 billion in 2023.

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Global adoption of biometric security reached 60% in enterprises 2023.

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AI in cybersecurity market growing at 23.6% CAGR to 2030.

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70% of companies using cloud security posture management (CSPM) in 2023.

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Zero trust architecture adoption up 50% in 2023.

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Blockchain for security market USD 3.9 billion in 2023.

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Quantum cryptography investments doubled in 2023.

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92% of security leaders prioritize automation in 2023.

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Edge computing security market USD 5.2 billion 2023.

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Facial recognition accuracy reached 99.8% in 2023 systems.

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SASE market adoption 40% in enterprises 2023.

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ML-based threat detection reduced false positives by 60% in 2023.

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5G security solutions market USD 4.1 billion 2023.

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Homomorphic encryption usage up 300% in secure data 2023.

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Drone surveillance integrated in 25% of security ops 2023.

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Passwordless authentication adopted by 30% firms 2023.

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XDR platforms saw 70% adoption growth 2023.

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AR/VR for security training used by 15% companies 2023.

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Digital twins for physical security testing 20% adoption 2023.

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Behavioral biometrics market USD 2.5 billion 2023.

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SOAR tools reduced response time 40% average 2023.

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IoT security spending USD 40 billion projected 2025 from 2023 base.

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Generative AI in threat hunting used by 35% teams 2023.

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Multi-factor authentication coverage 85% in large firms 2023.

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Security mesh architecture piloted by 10% enterprises 2023.

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Post-quantum cryptography standards finalized impacting 2023 R&D.

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75% reduction in breach detection time with UEBA 2023.

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Smart city security tech market USD 15 billion 2023.

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96 billion cyber attacks recorded in 2023.

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Ransomware attacks increased 93% YoY in 2023.

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Average cost of data breach USD 4.45 million in 2023.

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75% of cybersecurity breaches due to human error in 2023.

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Phishing attacks up 58% in 2023.

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2,200 cyber attacks per day globally in 2023.

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IoT devices targeted in 30% of breaches 2023.

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Supply chain attacks rose 42% in 2023.

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83% of organizations hit by phishing in 2023.

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DDoS attacks increased 200% in 2023.

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Healthcare sector 20% of ransomware victims 2023.

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300,000 new malware samples daily in 2023.

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Insider threats caused 19% of breaches 2023.

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Mobile malware attacks up 50% in 2023.

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Critical infrastructure attacks 25% increase 2023.

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68% of businesses suffered cyber attack in 2023.

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Zero-day exploits used in 80% of intrusions 2023.

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Financial sector 15% of all breaches 2023.

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Cloud misconfigurations led to 20% breaches 2023.

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APT groups active increased to 150 in 2023.

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1 in 10 organizations faced ransomware twice in 2023.

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Social engineering attacks 98% success rate 2023.

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Retail sector phishing up 150% in 2023.

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5.1 billion compromised credentials in 2023.

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Manufacturing 24% of ransomware targets 2023.

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400% rise in deepfake incidents 2023.

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U.S. saw 2,200+ ransomware attacks daily 2023.

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60% of SMEs close after cyber attack 2023.

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Biometric data breaches up 300% in 2023.

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1.1 million phishing sites detected monthly 2023.

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Energy sector 30% more attacks 2023.

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Global security spending reached USD 150 billion on cyber in 2023.

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AI-powered threats increased 250% in 2023.

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84% of security execs say AI complicates threats (2023).

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 4, 2026
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In 2023, 5.5 million cybersecurity jobs were left unfilled worldwide, even as ransomware incidents surged and breaches grew more costly. At the same time, many companies reported skill gaps and fast turnover in security roles, while security spending and new technologies accelerated. This post pulls together the most telling security industry numbers to show where the pressure is building and what it could mean for the years ahead.

Key Takeaways

  • There were 5.5 million cybersecurity jobs unfilled globally in 2023.
  • U.S. employed 1.1 million security guards in 2022.
  • Global private security workforce estimated at 20 million in 2023.
  • Global M&A in security industry 250 deals in 2023.
  • Cybersecurity VC funding USD 21.8 billion in 2023.
  • Private equity investments in physical security USD 5.2 billion 2023.
  • The global security services market size was valued at USD 248.35 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 384.30 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.5%.
  • The cybersecurity market size was estimated at USD 172.24 billion in 2023 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.3% from 2024 to 2030.
  • North America's security services market dominated with a share of 37.2% in 2023.
  • Global adoption of biometric security reached 60% in enterprises 2023.
  • AI in cybersecurity market growing at 23.6% CAGR to 2030.
  • 70% of companies using cloud security posture management (CSPM) in 2023.
  • 96 billion cyber attacks recorded in 2023.
  • Ransomware attacks increased 93% YoY in 2023.
  • Average cost of data breach USD 4.45 million in 2023.

Cybersecurity and physical security face major skills shortages amid rising cyberattacks, making talent and training urgent.

Employment and Workforce

1There were 5.5 million cybersecurity jobs unfilled globally in 2023.
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2U.S. employed 1.1 million security guards in 2022.
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3Global private security workforce estimated at 20 million in 2023.
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4Cybersecurity workforce gap in U.S. reached 500,000 in 2023.
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544% of companies worldwide reported a lack of cybersecurity skills in 2023.
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6Average cybersecurity salary in U.S. $120,360 in 2023.
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73.5 million cybersecurity jobs open globally by 2025 projection from 2023 data.
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8Security officer turnover rate averages 100-400% annually in U.S.
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9U.S. security services industry employed 881,000 in 2023.
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10Women represent 22% of global cybersecurity workforce in 2023.
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11Global demand for security guards grew 5% YoY in 2023.
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12U.K. private security industry employs over 400,000 people in 2023.
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1365% of organizations increased cybersecurity headcount in 2023.
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14Average tenure of cybersecurity professionals 2.7 years (2023).
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15India cybersecurity workforce 1 million, gap of 1.5 million in 2023.
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1690% of security firms report recruitment challenges (2023 survey).
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17U.S. projected 3% growth in security guard jobs 2022-2032.
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1840% of cybersecurity roles require certifications (2023).
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19Global security training market USD 12.5 billion in 2023.
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2056% of companies lack in-house cybersecurity training (2023).
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21Australia security industry employs 150,000+ in 2023.
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2270% of cybersecurity hires entry-level lack experience (2023).
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23Security analyst jobs grew 32% 2018-2023.
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2425% increase in female security professionals 2020-2023.
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25Brazil private security 600,000 jobs in 2023.
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2685% of firms upskill cybersecurity staff annually (2023).
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27Global cybersecurity certifications held by 1.4 million pros in 2023.
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Employment and Workforce Interpretation

While we’re still scrambling to train enough guards for the physical world, the digital realm is hemorrhaging half a million cybersecurity experts, proving we’re far better at locking doors than we are at firewalling data.

Investment and M&A

1Global M&A in security industry 250 deals in 2023.
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2Cybersecurity VC funding USD 21.8 billion in 2023.
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3Private equity investments in physical security USD 5.2 billion 2023.
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4Top 10 security acquisitions totaled USD 12 billion 2023.
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5Asia security market investments up 25% YoY 2023.
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6IPOs in cybersecurity 5 in 2023 raising USD 1.2 billion.
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7U.S. government security contracts USD 100 billion awarded 2023.
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8European security startups funded USD 3.5 billion 2023.
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9Consolidation in video surveillance 15 mergers 2023.
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10AI security startups raised USD 4.1 billion in 2023.
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11Global security PE exits valued USD 8.7 billion 2023.
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12Middle East security investments USD 2.8 billion 2023.
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13120 SPAC deals attempted in security failed 2023.
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14Latin America cybersecurity funding USD 450 million 2023.
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15Big Tech acquired 20 security firms in 2023.
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16Security SaaS valuations averaged 15x revenue 2023.
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17Australia security M&A 35 transactions USD 1.5 billion 2023.
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18Down round funding in cybersecurity 18% of deals 2023.
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19Infrastructure security investments USD 6.3 billion 2023.
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2040% of security investments in startups under USD 10M 2023.
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21China security tech funding USD 2.2 billion 2023.
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22Insurance-backed cyber security deals up 30% 2023.
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23Regional consolidation in U.K. security 50 deals 2023.
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24Late-stage VC in security USD 10.4 billion 2023.
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25Africa cybersecurity investments USD 120 million 2023.
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26Hardware security module market saw 8 acquisitions 2023.
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27Total security industry FDI USD 45 billion 2023.
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Investment and M&A Interpretation

In a year where global anxiety proved to be the world's most reliable growth stock, the security industry responded by furiously consolidating, innovating, and capitalizing to the tune of hundreds of billions, proving that while the threats are virtual, the money is very, very real.

Market Size and Growth

1The global security services market size was valued at USD 248.35 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 384.30 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.5%.
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2The cybersecurity market size was estimated at USD 172.24 billion in 2023 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 14.3% from 2024 to 2030.
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3North America's security services market dominated with a share of 37.2% in 2023.
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4The global video surveillance market size was valued at USD 56.2 billion in 2023.
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5Access control market expected to grow from USD 11.2 billion in 2023 to USD 18.5 billion by 2028 at CAGR 10.5%.
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6Global private security services market projected to reach USD 325 billion by 2028.
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7Security as a Service (SECaaS) market size was USD 8.9 billion in 2022, growing at 16.2% CAGR.
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8Biometrics market in security valued at USD 35.8 billion in 2023, CAGR 15.2% to 2030.
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9Cloud security market size USD 43.74 billion in 2023, to USD 111.68 billion by 2030.
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10Physical security market USD 112.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 7.5% to 2030.
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11Enterprise security market to grow from USD 125.5 billion in 2023 to USD 200+ billion by 2030.
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12Global alarm monitoring market size USD 33.4 billion in 2023, CAGR 7.8%.
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13IP camera market valued at USD 13.2 billion in 2023.
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14Security analytics market USD 11.6 billion in 2023, CAGR 17.2%.
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15Managed security services market USD 35.2 billion in 2023.
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16Global security market expected to reach USD 700 billion by 2028.
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17U.S. security services market revenue USD 72 billion in 2023.
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18Europe security market CAGR 6.8% from 2023-2030.
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19Asia Pacific physical security fastest growing at 8.2% CAGR.
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20Intrusion detection system market USD 6.8 billion in 2023.
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21Global cyber physical systems security market USD 20.1 billion in 2023.
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22Perimeter security market USD 8.5 billion in 2023.
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23Security orchestration market USD 2.2 billion in 2023, CAGR 14.5%.
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24Identity and access management market USD 17.8 billion in 2023.
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25Endpoint security market USD 13.5 billion in 2023.
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26Global security consulting market USD 25.4 billion in 2023.
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27Video surveillance storage market USD 4.8 billion in 2023.
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28Security information and event management (SIEM) market USD 5.3 billion in 2023.
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29Global electronic security market USD 45.2 billion in 2023, CAGR 8.1%.
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30Homeland security market USD 549 billion in 2023.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

Amidst a world where digital threats now dwarf physical ones, the security industry is cashing in on our collective anxiety, with the cybersecurity sector sprinting ahead like a bank robber while traditional guards and cameras maintain a steady, profitable jog.

Technology and Innovation

1Global adoption of biometric security reached 60% in enterprises 2023.
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2AI in cybersecurity market growing at 23.6% CAGR to 2030.
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370% of companies using cloud security posture management (CSPM) in 2023.
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4Zero trust architecture adoption up 50% in 2023.
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5Blockchain for security market USD 3.9 billion in 2023.
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6Quantum cryptography investments doubled in 2023.
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792% of security leaders prioritize automation in 2023.
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8Edge computing security market USD 5.2 billion 2023.
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9Facial recognition accuracy reached 99.8% in 2023 systems.
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10SASE market adoption 40% in enterprises 2023.
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11ML-based threat detection reduced false positives by 60% in 2023.
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125G security solutions market USD 4.1 billion 2023.
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13Homomorphic encryption usage up 300% in secure data 2023.
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14Drone surveillance integrated in 25% of security ops 2023.
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15Passwordless authentication adopted by 30% firms 2023.
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16XDR platforms saw 70% adoption growth 2023.
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17AR/VR for security training used by 15% companies 2023.
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18Digital twins for physical security testing 20% adoption 2023.
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19Behavioral biometrics market USD 2.5 billion 2023.
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20SOAR tools reduced response time 40% average 2023.
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21IoT security spending USD 40 billion projected 2025 from 2023 base.
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22Generative AI in threat hunting used by 35% teams 2023.
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23Multi-factor authentication coverage 85% in large firms 2023.
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24Security mesh architecture piloted by 10% enterprises 2023.
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25Post-quantum cryptography standards finalized impacting 2023 R&D.
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2675% reduction in breach detection time with UEBA 2023.
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27Smart city security tech market USD 15 billion 2023.
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Technology and Innovation Interpretation

The security industry is now digitally sprinting towards an automated, perimeter-less future, leaving simple passwords and traditional perimeter guards coughing in its sophisticated, AI-driven dust.

Threats and Incidents

196 billion cyber attacks recorded in 2023.
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2Ransomware attacks increased 93% YoY in 2023.
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3Average cost of data breach USD 4.45 million in 2023.
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475% of cybersecurity breaches due to human error in 2023.
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5Phishing attacks up 58% in 2023.
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62,200 cyber attacks per day globally in 2023.
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7IoT devices targeted in 30% of breaches 2023.
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8Supply chain attacks rose 42% in 2023.
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983% of organizations hit by phishing in 2023.
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10DDoS attacks increased 200% in 2023.
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11Healthcare sector 20% of ransomware victims 2023.
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12300,000 new malware samples daily in 2023.
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13Insider threats caused 19% of breaches 2023.
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14Mobile malware attacks up 50% in 2023.
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15Critical infrastructure attacks 25% increase 2023.
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1668% of businesses suffered cyber attack in 2023.
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17Zero-day exploits used in 80% of intrusions 2023.
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18Financial sector 15% of all breaches 2023.
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19Cloud misconfigurations led to 20% breaches 2023.
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20APT groups active increased to 150 in 2023.
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211 in 10 organizations faced ransomware twice in 2023.
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22Social engineering attacks 98% success rate 2023.
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23Retail sector phishing up 150% in 2023.
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245.1 billion compromised credentials in 2023.
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25Manufacturing 24% of ransomware targets 2023.
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26400% rise in deepfake incidents 2023.
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27U.S. saw 2,200+ ransomware attacks daily 2023.
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2860% of SMEs close after cyber attack 2023.
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29Biometric data breaches up 300% in 2023.
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301.1 million phishing sites detected monthly 2023.
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31Energy sector 30% more attacks 2023.
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32Global security spending reached USD 150 billion on cyber in 2023.
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33AI-powered threats increased 250% in 2023.
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3484% of security execs say AI complicates threats (2023).
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Threats and Incidents Interpretation

The year 2023 was a masterclass in cyber-chaos, where the sheer volume of attacks, their relentless innovation, and our own expensive human fallibility proved that the digital world is now less a frontier and more a battlefield we're all losing sleep—and money—over.

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    WOMENCYBERSECURITY
    womencybersecurity.org

    womencybersecurity.org

  • BSIA logo
    Reference 14
    BSIA
    bsia.org.uk

    bsia.org.uk

  • PWC logo
    Reference 15
    PWC
    pwc.com

    pwc.com

  • NASSCOM logo
    Reference 16
    NASSCOM
    nasscom.in

    nasscom.in

  • SECURITYMANAGEMENT logo
    Reference 17
    SECURITYMANAGEMENT
    securitymanagement.com

    securitymanagement.com

  • CYBERSEEK logo
    Reference 18
    CYBERSEEK
    cyberseek.org

    cyberseek.org

  • ASIAL logo
    Reference 19
    ASIAL
    asial.com.au

    asial.com.au

  • FENASEG logo
    Reference 20
    FENASEG
    fenaseg.org.br

    fenaseg.org.br

  • DELOITTE logo
    Reference 21
    DELOITTE
    deloitte.com

    deloitte.com

  • SOPHOS logo
    Reference 22
    SOPHOS
    sophos.com

    sophos.com

  • IBM logo
    Reference 23
    IBM
    ibm.com

    ibm.com

  • STANLEY-MORGAN logo
    Reference 24
    STANLEY-MORGAN
    stanley-morgan.com

    stanley-morgan.com

  • APWG logo
    Reference 25
    APWG
    apwg.org

    apwg.org

  • CLOUDFLARE logo
    Reference 26
    CLOUDFLARE
    cloudflare.com

    cloudflare.com

  • PTSECURITY logo
    Reference 27
    PTSECURITY
    ptsecurity.com

    ptsecurity.com

  • CROWDSTRIKE logo
    Reference 28
    CROWDSTRIKE
    crowdstrike.com

    crowdstrike.com

  • PROOFPOINT logo
    Reference 29
    PROOFPOINT
    proofpoint.com

    proofpoint.com

  • NETSCOUT logo
    Reference 30
    NETSCOUT
    netscout.com

    netscout.com

  • AV-TEST logo
    Reference 31
    AV-TEST
    av-test.org

    av-test.org

  • VERIZON logo
    Reference 32
    VERIZON
    verizon.com

    verizon.com

  • ZSCALER logo
    Reference 33
    ZSCALER
    zscaler.com

    zscaler.com

  • DRAGOS logo
    Reference 34
    DRAGOS
    dragos.com

    dragos.com

  • HISCOX logo
    Reference 35
    HISCOX
    hiscox.co.uk

    hiscox.co.uk

  • MANDIANT logo
    Reference 36
    MANDIANT
    mandiant.com

    mandiant.com

  • PALOALTONETWORKS logo
    Reference 37
    PALOALTONETWORKS
    paloaltonetworks.com

    paloaltonetworks.com

  • KNOWBE4 logo
    Reference 38
    KNOWBE4
    knowbe4.com

    knowbe4.com

  • ZDNET logo
    Reference 39
    ZDNET
    zdnet.com

    zdnet.com

  • SUMSUB logo
    Reference 40
    SUMSUB
    sumsub.com

    sumsub.com

  • NATIONWIDE logo
    Reference 41
    NATIONWIDE
    nationwide.co.uk

    nationwide.co.uk

  • GARTNER logo
    Reference 42
    GARTNER
    gartner.com

    gartner.com

  • DARKTRACE logo
    Reference 43
    DARKTRACE
    darktrace.com

    darktrace.com

  • FLEXERA logo
    Reference 44
    FLEXERA
    flexera.com

    flexera.com

  • NIST logo
    Reference 45
    NIST
    nist.gov

    nist.gov

  • IDQUANTIQUE logo
    Reference 46
    IDQUANTIQUE
    idquantique.com

    idquantique.com

  • SPLUNK logo
    Reference 47
    SPLUNK
    splunk.com

    splunk.com

  • THALESGROUP logo
    Reference 48
    THALESGROUP
    thalesgroup.com

    thalesgroup.com

  • MICROSOFT logo
    Reference 49
    MICROSOFT
    microsoft.com

    microsoft.com

  • IOT-ANALYTICS logo
    Reference 50
    IOT-ANALYTICS
    iot-analytics.com

    iot-analytics.com

  • SENTINELONE logo
    Reference 51
    SENTINELONE
    sentinelone.com

    sentinelone.com

  • OKTA logo
    Reference 52
    OKTA
    okta.com

    okta.com

  • CSRC logo
    Reference 53
    CSRC
    csrc.nist.gov

    csrc.nist.gov

  • CBINSIGHTS logo
    Reference 54
    CBINSIGHTS
    cbinsights.com

    cbinsights.com

  • PITCHBOOK logo
    Reference 55
    PITCHBOOK
    pitchbook.com

    pitchbook.com

  • SECURITYWEEK logo
    Reference 56
    SECURITYWEEK
    securityweek.com

    securityweek.com

  • MCKINSEY logo
    Reference 57
    MCKINSEY
    mckinsey.com

    mckinsey.com

  • RENAISSANCECAPITAL logo
    Reference 58
    RENAISSANCECAPITAL
    renaissancecapital.com

    renaissancecapital.com

  • GAO logo
    Reference 59
    GAO
    gao.gov

    gao.gov

  • DEALROOM logo
    Reference 60
    DEALROOM
    dealroom.co

    dealroom.co

  • IPVM logo
    Reference 61
    IPVM
    ipvm.com

    ipvm.com

  • CRUNCHBASE logo
    Reference 62
    CRUNCHBASE
    crunchbase.com

    crunchbase.com

  • BAIN logo
    Reference 63
    BAIN
    bain.com

    bain.com

  • SPGLOBAL logo
    Reference 64
    SPGLOBAL
    spglobal.com

    spglobal.com

  • LAVALVIRTUAL logo
    Reference 65
    LAVALVIRTUAL
    lavalvirtual.com

    lavalvirtual.com

  • CRN logo
    Reference 66
    CRN
    crn.com

    crn.com

  • SAAS-CAPITAL logo
    Reference 67
    SAAS-CAPITAL
    saas-capital.com

    saas-capital.com

  • ALLENS logo
    Reference 68
    ALLENS
    allens.com.au

    allens.com.au

  • OWKIN logo
    Reference 69
    OWKIN
    owkin.com

    owkin.com

  • ITJUZI logo
    Reference 70
    ITJUZI
    itjuzi.com

    itjuzi.com

  • EY logo
    Reference 71
    EY
    ey.com

    ey.com

  • BDO logo
    Reference 72
    BDO
    bdo.co.uk

    bdo.co.uk

  • DISRUPT-AFRICA logo
    Reference 73
    DISRUPT-AFRICA
    disrupt-africa.com

    disrupt-africa.com

  • UNCTAD logo
    Reference 74
    UNCTAD
    unctad.org

    unctad.org

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