SANS Warns Skills Gap Threatens OT
The latest 2026 report from SANS warns a skills gap is widening in the cybersecurity field, placing critical infrastructure and operational technology (OT) sectors at significant risk of breaches. The report identifies a growing disparity in the capabilities required to protect vital systems, as well as the resources available to address these gaps. As the capabilities needed to defend these sectors continue to expand, the available talent pool has not kept pace, exposing essential services to vulnerabilities that could have severe consequences.
The report highlights the urgent need for increased investment in training and development within the cybersecurity domain to mitigate these concerns. Otherwise, the gap threatens to undermine the security frameworks of organizations responsible for maintaining critical operations. As the situation evolves, SANS warns that addressing this skills gap quickly is crucial.
For more detailed insights from the complete report, please read the full analysis here: