A recent ISACA report indicates a significant rise in stress levels among privacy professionals over the past five years, attributed to rapid technological advancements, compliance hurdles, and resource shortages. With 63% reporting heightened stress, many cite underfunded budgets as another concern. While hiring expert-level privacy staff remains a challenge for 73%, increasing alignment of privacy strategies with organizational objectives suggests a growing emphasis on compliance. Notably, few feel they are experiencing more privacy breaches compared to last year, with many adopting AI for privacy-related tasks.
According to recent findings, 63% of privacy professionals report increased stress due to technology evolution, compliance issues, and resource constraints.
Despite rising stress levels, 74% indicate that their privacy strategies align with organizational goals, highlighting a commitment to effective governance.
The survey also highlights that 73% of respondents find it challenging to hire expert-level privacy professionals, reflecting a skills gap in the industry.
Though privacy professionals face stress, many believe their organizations are better managing privacy, with 82% using frameworks to guide their strategies.
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