IT security teams faced unprecedented challenges last year fueled by increased work-from-home (WFH) programs and rising internal and third-party risks stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. 86% of organizations experienced a successful attack, up from 81% the prior year, the largest year-over-year increase in six years. The average security budget will grow in 2021, but at a slower rate than a year ago (from 5% to 4% growth) Cloud security topped the list of eight specialty certifications in highest demand.
Source: https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2021/04/22/security-teams-challenges/