Bridging the AI Chasm: The Evolution of Cybersecurity Skills

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/bridging-the-ai-chasm-the-evolution-of-cybersecurity-skills . AI is transforming cybercrime—and defenders aren’t ready. The cybersecurity industry must urgently evolve its skills to fight AI-powered threats. Check more stories related to cybersecurity at: https://hackernoon.com/c/cybersecurity . You can also check exclusive content about #ai-cybersecurity , #cybersecurity-skills-gap , #deepfake-fraud , #ai-threat-detection , #cybersecurity-certifications , #ceh-training , #microsoft-ai-security , #good-company , and more. This story was written by: @kashvipandey . Learn more about this writer by checking @kashvipandey's about page, and for more stories, please visit hackernoon.com . Cybercriminals are using AI to automate attacks and create deepfakes, while most cybersecurity pros lack the skills to defend against them. With 4M+ unfilled roles and a growing AI skills mismatch, the industry must evolve fast. Certifications and tech giants are stepping in, but urgent, hands-on AI training is now a necessity—not a bonus.