CHAPTER 5 Grow a Robust Cyber Talent Pipeline WHAT’S NEW? Strategy 2016 had sought to ensure an adequate and well-trained cybersecurity workforce in light of growing demand for cybersecurity manpower. We have made JOIN OUR CAUSE IN PROTECTING SINGAPORE good progress. Based on the 2020 Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) Survey on Infocomm Media Manpower, there were more than 10,700 cybersecurity professionals in Singapore in 2020, up from around 6,000 cybersecurity professionals in 2018. In Strategy 2021, we will take further steps to: Move upstream to engage talent We want to reach out to the young to develop their interest and cyber skills, and encourage more youths to pursue a career in cybersecurity. 010001111001001 01001000010101 001010111000101 00101000010100 Strengthen our cyber workforce We want to make sure that cybersecurity professionals have access to training resources and opportunities to keep pace with the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. Industry partners, IHLs, and professional associations are key partners to achieve these goals. Building on Singapore’s strong education system, the Government will work with all stakeholders to support youths, women, and mid-career professionals to pursue a cybersecurity career. To ensure that our cybersecurity workforce is well equipped with the requisite skills and knowledge, we will create an upskilling culture and foster a dynamic sector with strong professional communities. 51 The Singapore Cybersecurity Strategy 2021 52