IT leaders are increasingly recognizing the challenges posed by a hybrid workforce. According to a survey of 984 IT leaders, 82% see gaps in their security posture for hybrid employees compared to 73% for those always in the office. The main challenges include the proliferation of devices and software, as well as having workers outside the corporate network, which increases the risk of cyberattacks.

Organizations are responding to the needs of a hybrid workforce by increasing their cybersecurity budgets. In fact, 82% of IT leaders reported that they have already increased their budgets for hybrid workers, and 71% expect further increases in 2023. This reflects a commitment to enhancing security measures as hybrid work becomes a permanent aspect of many organizations.

To safeguard hybrid workers, IT teams are adopting various technologies. Notably, 66% of IT leaders consider the potential for hybrid workers to be compromised as a significant security weakness. Technologies such as Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB), and next-gen antivirus solutions are gaining traction, with many organizations planning to implement them in the near future.