The Triple Threat Of Burnout: Overworked, Unsatisfied, Trapped
DARKReading, Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Many cybersecurity professionals still don't feel comfortable admitting when they need a break. Yet their pressures continue to expand and involve, often leading to burnout and organizational risks.
The stigma surrounding burnout among security staffers may be fading, but organizations need to continue expanding the conversations about managing a fast-moving list of stressors.
From CISOs to new hires, cybersecurity professionals are being asked to do more to stay a step ahead of threats, but their job satisfaction and career prospects are not compensating for the added pressures. Many feel trapped in their jobs, commonly working extended hours and facing high-stakes situations. Ransomware groups often target victims during off-hours, when they know offices are empty. Widespread exploitation can begin at any moment against vulnerabilities that require organizations to urgently patch.