ESG and the Information Systems Security Association published the second report in a two-part research report series investigating cybersecurity skills shortages. The report uncovers a lot more about just how deep the cybersecurity skills shortage cuts. 29% of cybersecurity professionals say that the global cybersecurity. shortage has had a significant impact on their organizations, while another 40% indicate that the. global. cybersecurity. skills shortage has limited time for training since the cybersecurity staff is too busy keeping up with day-to-day activities.”]