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Inside the 2026 Cyber Workforce: Key Trends, Talent Gaps, Strategic Shifts, and the AI Revolution

  • Wed, Jun 24, 2026
  • 1:00PM - 2:30PM EDT
  • English
  • David Caswell, Jay Bhalodia & Chris Cochran
  • Industry Research Presentation
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The 2026 Cybersecurity Workforce Research Report by SANS | GIAC uncovers the key trends redefining how organizations build and sustain cyber talent in the age of AI.

In this webcast, industry leaders bring the report to life—translating research findings into actionable insights on hiring, skill development, and workforce strategy.

  • AI’s growing impact on cyber roles and team structures
  • The influence of global regulations on hiring and qualifications
  • The shift from headcount to skills-based workforce planning
  • Emerging career paths and in-demand capabilities
  • The role of training and certification in building high-performing teams

Leaders gain workforce insight. Practitioners gain career insight.

Meet Your Speakers

David Caswell

David Caswell

Federal Security AI Leader at Microsoft

David Caswell is the Public Sector Security AI Leader for Microsoft’s Office of the CISO where he focuses on enabling the US Government organization to accelerate their security posture through the application of AI capabilities.

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Jay Bhalodia

Jay Bhalodia

Federal Managing Director Customer Success at Microsoft

Jay Bhalodia is an alumnus of the SANS Technology Institute and served as an advisor to its master’s degree program, bringing the perspective of a former student and hiring manager to the board.

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Chris Cochran

Chris Cochran

Field CISO and Vice President of AI Security at SANS Institute

Chris Cochran is a Marine Corps veteran, cybersecurity leader, and strategist with deep expertise in threat intelligence, security operations, emerging technology, and executive leadership.

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