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74% of schools lack a dedicated cybersecurity specialist in 2025

January 1, 2026

74% of schools lack a dedicated cybersecurity specialist in 2025 — This cybersecurity statistic was published by Action1 in January 2026. It covers topics including Education, IT Staffing, Cybersecurity Specialist. The original data appears in Action1 Cybersecurity in Education Report 2025–2026. For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.

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Published on 12/17/2025

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74% of schools lack a dedicated cybersecurity specialist in 2025 This data was published by Action1 and covers Education, IT Staffing, Cybersecurity Specialist.

Where does this data come from?

This statistic comes from Action1 Cybersecurity in Education Report 2025–2026, published by Action1 on January 1, 2026. You can view the original report at https://www.action1.com/cybersecurity-in-education-report-2025-2026/.

What cybersecurity topics does this cover?

This statistic relates to Education, IT Staffing, Cybersecurity Specialist. Browse more statistics on Education or from Action1.

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