What describes your current job search status?

LeadershipProcess Management

Actively looking for a new job at a new organization14%

Passively looking for a new job at a new organization57%

Seeking a new job within my organization7%

Actively looking for employment3%

Not looking for a new job18%

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CISO in Softwarea year ago

Interesting...why is a super majority of the Information Security community all looking for a new position?

Senior IT Manager in Government4 years ago

As someone who's reached the point where retirement from government service is possible, I'm pondering my next move, but in no hurry.

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Senior Director, Defense Programs in Software4 years ago

It’s an hard time not to be looking - so much opportunity opening up. Best of luck to all!

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