Cybersecurity Benefits
- Cloud tech boosts cybersecurity for 94% of businesses!
- 45% of companies ramp up cybersecurity post-remote work shift.
- Securing remote work is a top priority for 85% of IT leaders.
- 65% of companies enforce stricter cybersecurity for remote work.
- Remote work drives 55% of organizations to invest in new cybersecurity tools.
Risks and Threats
- 60% of remote workers risk it all on unsecured personal devices.
- Cyber threats spike 72% for CISOs since COVID hit.
- Remote work fuels a 20% surge in ransomware attacks.
- Remote work triggers data breaches in 63% of businesses.
- Email phishing skyrockets by 80% with remote work.
- 68% of companies brace for more cyber hurdles with remote work.
- 61% of IT pros say remote work hikes cyber breach risks.
- 52% of remote workers using personal computers put security on the line.
- Half of remote workers on public Wi-Fi expose themselves to cyber threats.
- 67% of companies face cyberattacks since switching to remote work.
- Insider threats climb for 58% of companies with remote work.
- 70% of remote workers skip the VPN, opening the door to risks.
- Unauthorized access incidents soar by 30% due to remote work.
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Employee Preferences and Long-Term Plans
- Nearly half of companies see remote work as a long-term plan, sparking cybersecurity concerns.
- Remote work wins over 75% of employees despite cyber risks.

Alison Adams, a Philly native and proud University of Pennsylvania alum, is your go-to Career Expert with a laid-back approach. She’s been in the job seeker’s shoes and knows how to navigate the wild world of work. Alison’s all about sharing practical tips and tricks with a personal touch, making her a favorite for those looking to level up their careers.