Assessing Employees’ Knowledge and Skills in Cybersecurity: Quantitative Research in Slovakia

The motive behind the study: The study aims to contribute to cybersecurity research by examining the views of managers of companies operating in Slovakia on the level of knowledge and skills of employees in cybersecurity. It focuses on identifying the most lacking and most valued competencies to enhance cybersecurity measures and address the growing concerns of managers globally. The void in literature that makes this study important: Despite the extensive research of literature on cybersecurity, there is a notable gap in understanding the specific knowledge and skills deficits among employees in Slovak companies. While many studies emphasize the human factor in cybersecurity, few focus on the detailed competencies that are most lacking and most valued by managers. This study aims to fill this gap by providing empirical data on these critical aspects, thereby contributing to more targeted and effective cybersecurity training and development. Methodology: The research involved a questionnaire survey conducted from January to June 2024, with 357 managers participating. Data were analyzed using statistical methods, including descriptive statistics and the Kruskal-Wallis test.