European Cybersecurity Skills Conference 2026

Addressing the Cybersecurity Workforce Challenge

The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) and the Digital Security Authority of Cyprus present the European Cybersecurity Skills Conference on March 4-5, 2026, in Larnaca, Cyprus. Taking place under the patronage of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, with support from the National Cybersecurity Authority of Greece, this conference provides a platform to exchange experiences, address challenges, and share best practices in cybersecurity workforce development.

Conference Focus

The cybersecurity skills gap remains a critical challenge across Europe, affecting organizations' ability to defend against evolving threats while meeting regulatory requirements. This conference addresses how European nations, organizations, and educational institutions can collaborate to develop cybersecurity workforce capabilities, share effective training approaches, and implement strategies for building sustainable talent pipelines essential for strengthening Europe's collective cybersecurity posture.

What to Expect

This two-day conference in Larnaca brings together cybersecurity professionals, educators, policymakers, and workforce development experts to explore practical approaches for addressing cybersecurity skills challenges. Through experience exchange, best practice sharing, and collaborative discussion, participants gain insights into effective workforce development strategies while building relationships with peers advancing cybersecurity education and training across European member states and partner organizations.

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1-2 sentence summary:ENISA and Cyprus's Digital Security Authority present the European Cybersecurity Skills Conference in Larnaca March 4-5, providing a platform for exchanging experiences and best practices on cybersecurity workforce development under the Cyprus EU Presidency patronage.

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