Briefing Note: World Economic Forum's Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework Purpose : To provide an overview of the key issues and strategic solutions proposed in the World Economic Forum's Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework. Background : The cybersecurity industry is currently facing a global workforce shortage, estimated at nearly four million professionals, with significant implications for global security, economic stability and technological innovation. The Strategic Cybersecurity Talent Framework aims to address shortage by providing a comprehensive approach to talent management in cybersecurity. The workforce shortage is a global concern that spans nation states and industries. Estimates suggest that by 2030 there could be a global talent shortage of more than eighty-five million workers , leading to an estimated loss of $8.5 trillion in unrealized annual revenue.[1] Key Issues: Workforce Shortage: Significant lack of skilled cybersecurity professionals gl