You need the right people to outsmart the cybercriminals
The risks and threats that come with the digital revolution are constantly growing in sophistication and volume.
You’ll need professionals who can manage this and who have the skills to mitigate the risks through a mix of the latest technical, procedural and behavioural controls.
Cyber Security capabilities have a lot to keep up with, as do the professionals who develop them.
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Professionals who combine strong problem-solving skills with experience of the latest technologies, such as Coud and AI, to build automated security systems will be the ones who get hired most quickly.
That’s why our talent networks and extensive relationships across the technology community are so important. Even in an area as quickly evolving as Cyber Security, we can always find exceptional people.
Whether you are a multinational, an SME or a start-up looking to scale, we’ve got the professionals who will protect both your data and your reputation.
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That’s why our talent networks and extensive relationships across the technology community are so important. Even in an area as quickly evolving as Cyber Security, we can always find exceptional people.
Whether you are a multinational, an SME or a start-up looking to scale, we’ve got the professionals who will protect both your data and your reputation.
Add your contact info here and we’ll call you back.
As Cyber Security attacks increase in number and grow more sophisticated, organisations of all sizes are beginning to prioritise the security of their tools, platforms, and network. This is especially apparent as more companies around Asia step up their use of tools and cloud platforms and look to secure them. Competition for experienced Cyber Security professionals is fiercer than ever!
Jessica Wang, Managing Director,
Hays China
- Permanent Recruitment
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Your Cyber Security recruitment questions, answered
Are there lots of Cyber Security professionals looking for jobs right now?
Unfortunately, not many Cyber Security professionals are actively looking for a job in China. That why competition for talent is fierce and good Cyber Security professionals are hard to find – especially when you consider the increasing sophistication of Cyber threats and the consequently evolving skills required to implement security protocols that meet them.
That’s why our networks are so important: with our extensive list of partners, advanced technology to help us mine data quickly, and the proactive approach from our Cyber team, we’re uniquely in a position to find you the right person when you need them.
Should I just hire for technical skills when recruiting Cyber Security professionals?
Technical skills are important, but equally critical are a strong set of soft skills. The best Cyber professionals are those with solid communications and project management skills. For more senior roles, look for people who show excellent stakeholder management, both of technical and business teams.
Personal attributes like attention to detail, a dedication to upskilling and good problem-solving skills will also help to round out your security team.
Aside from a good salary, what can I do to attract these professionals?
Obviously, a competitive salary is vital and your offering should be benchmarked using a tool like the Hays Greater China Salary Guide. Aside from salary, opportunities for career progression are important – offer to pay for qualifications such as CISM and CISSP and give your employees time off to take courses.
Invest also in training courses that are relevant to employee roles. You could also give them time to attend the latest industry conferences and expos, including hackathons or events and meetups in more niche fields such as healthtech, risk, or offensive events.
Additionally, flexible working is almost a prerequisite. Finally, stress that your organisation recognises the strategic input of its Cyber Security team and doesn’t just see them as a support function.
How can I assess Cyber Security professionals so I hire the right person?
Most Cyber skills are highly transferable from other functions, so you won’t need to focus too much on finding someone with experience in your exact industry. A key thing to assess for is technical competency, especially their hands-on project experience. This can be done simply by checking their qualifications or through a technical assessment.
If they satisfy the technical requirements, find out if they can communicate well and clearly, ask about problems they’ve had to overcome in the workplace to get a feel for their attitude and aptitude, and find out if and how they keep up to date with the latest security developments away from work.