Cybersecurity: The Role of HR in Mitigating Cyber Threats

Cyber attacks and breaches continue to rise with no end in sight. Organizations continue to invest in technology at a record pace; however, continue to be at risk.

During 2022, over 65% of organizations expected security budgets to expand. Gartner estimates that $172 billion will be spent in 2022, up from $155 billion in 2021. With this increased spending, the attacks continue to be at an exponential rate.

Featured on the cover, this month, is Workplace Security Challenges And Predictions For 2023 by Stephanie Benoit Kurtz of the University of Phoenix. This article talks about the trends that executives should focus on in order to build a safe workplace.

Check out the 12 Cybersecurity Issues That Are Top-of-Mind For HR Leaders in Terkel.io's Brett Farmiloe's article.

Read, Cybersecurity Threats And HR by Geoff Webb of isolved to understand the 3 steps HR can take to build a human firewall against cybersecurity threats.

At a time when businesses are under attack from the outside, they must also protect themselves from opening the door to employee claims under privacy laws. CDF Labor Law's Dan M. Forman and Linda Wang discuss How HR Can Protect Employers From Privacy Claims Under CPRA. 

In 2023, organizations are set to face yet another inflection point. Current economic conditions are putting employees and business leaders to the test. With a potential downturn on the horizon, it has become increasingly important for organizations to ensure they pay their employees accurately and on time. Read, Maintaining Workforce Compliance In 2023 by Replicon's Lakshmi Raj, to understand the various labor laws awaiting HR this year and how technology can help organizations stay compliant.

This is not all! This issue of HR Legal & Compliance Excellence also focuses on other legal aspects and highlights that should help you keep your workforce healthy, safe, and secure. 

Happy Reading!
 

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