CyberLab Celebrates Recognition in Top 100 Best Companies 2024
12th Best Small Company to Work For 2024
CyberLab is thrilled to announce our recognition in the prestigious Best Companies™ ‘Top 100 Best Companies’ list, ranking at 12th in the National Awards for Best Small Companies To Work For 2024!
We also achieved 25th place for Best Small Company in the North West of England, as well as 9th Best Company to Work For in Technology.
These significant achievements underscores our dedication to cultivating a workplace culture that values employee satisfaction, fosters innovation, and drives shared success.
“Our Best Companies result is fantastic, but as importantly, it is also validation of our continuing efforts and passion to make CyberLab a great place to work.”
– Gavin Wood, CEO at CyberLab
We were also honoured to have received a nomination for a special award acknowledging our commitment to outstanding wellbeing initiatives.
At CyberLab, we believe that prioritising the wellbeing of our people is essential to both personal and organisational growth.
In this milestone year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team. Their passion and commitment make this recognition possible, and we look forward to building on this success together.
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Navigating the UK Cyber Security Job Market and Growing Your Career
Skills Gaps, AI Growth and Opportunities in the Cyber Workforce
The UK cyber security sector remains one of the fastest-growing areas of the digital economy. According to the Cyber Security Skills in the UK Labour Market 2025 report, over 143,000 professionals are now employed in cyber roles – a 5% increase from the previous year.
Yet, the workforce gap persists, with an estimated shortfall of 3,800 professionals, down from 11,100 in 2023.
Despite this progress, 49% of UK businesses report basic cyber skills gaps, and 30% face challenges in advanced areas like incident response, penetration testing, and cloud security.
AI Skills Are the New Frontier
AI is reshaping the cyber landscape. Over half of cyber firms (53%) now use AI in daily operations, and 65% expect demand for AI-related skills to grow in the next 12 months. However, only 42% have provided AI training to their teams, highlighting a new and urgent skills gap.
CyberLab’s own services reflect this shift, with increased demand for AI-aware penetration testers, SOC analysts, and threat hunters trained to detect AI-driven attacks.
Gender Diversity Still Lags
Women make up just 17% of the cyber workforce, and only 12% hold senior roles – a drop from previous years and far below the wider UK workforce average of 48% female representation.
This highlights the need for inclusive hiring practices and leadership development programmes.
Job Market Trends
In 2024, there were 32,370 core cyber job postings, a 33% decrease from the previous year. While this suggests market stabilisation, 28% of cyber firms still report internal technical skills gaps, and 37% of vacancies are considered hard to fill.
Roles in highest demand include:
- Penetration testers (especially CREST and CHECK-certified)
- Cloud security engineers
- AI and machine learning specialists
- Incident response analysts
- Security consultants
Government Support and Strategy
In 2024, there were 32,370 core cyber job postings, a 33% decrease from the previous year. While this suggests market stabilisation, 28% of cyber firms still report internal technical skills gaps, and 37% of vacancies are considered hard to fill.
Roles in highest demand include:
- Penetration testers (especially CREST and CHECK-certified)
- Cloud security engineers
- AI and machine learning specialists
- Incident response analysts
- Security consultants
Conclusion
The UK cyber job market in 2025 is dynamic, competitive, and increasingly shaped by AI. While the skills gap is narrowing, challenges remain in diversity, training, and advanced capabilities.
Organisations must invest in continuous learning, and professionals must stay agile to thrive in this evolving field.
Culture and Wellbeing at CyberLab: What We Got Up To in 2025
How our Culture Prioritises a Healthy, Happy & Safe Workplace
At CyberLab, our people truly are our greatest asset, which is why their wellbeing is one of our top priorities. For us, it’s not just about a once-a-year check-in; it’s about consistently nurturing wellbeing at every stage of our people’s careers.
With the recent re-launch of our Culture Ambassador Team (CAs), a group of dedicated employees who volunteer their time to support our culture and wellbeing initiatives, we’ve been able to embed wellbeing into the heart of our People strategy.
The start of 2025 has marked an exciting new chapter, filled with meaningful initiatives that reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting our team’s health and happiness.
March Wellbeing Month
To kick things off, we introduced Wellbeing Month in March, a month-long initiative designed to shine a spotlight on various aspects of wellbeing. Every week throughout March, we hosted Wellbeing Wednesday, each focusing on a new theme selected based on feedback from our team.
Mental Wellbeing
The first theme was Mental Wellbeing, where we shared practical tips for maintaining mental health: from encouraging regular breaks to the importance of connecting with others, whether it’s friends, family, or a colleague you haven’t spoken to in a while.
We were also thrilled to welcome from Creative Wellness, who led a fantastic workshop on Stress Management.
Cinzia is a wellness expert and Yoga Teacher qualified in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique). She provided insightful strategies on recognizing personal stress triggers and offered fun and practical exercises that can be easily integrated into our daily routines.
Financial Wellbeing
Our second theme focused on Financial Wellbeing, a topic I’m particularly passionate about. With the rising cost of living, it’s essential to equip our people with the knowledge and tools to navigate their financial futures.
We invited Jack Steele from Fawcett Wealth Management, who held voluntary one-on-one sessions with team members to discuss personal financial circumstances and offer tailored advice. Jack also led a group session, educating our people on investment strategies and financial planning.
Women’s Wellbeing
We also dedicated a theme to Women’s Wellbeing, and based on the feedback from our team, we placed a strong emphasis on Menopause. I was especially proud that one of our own, Fiona Kinsler, volunteered to lead a session on menopause, sharing her insights on how it affects women and how we as individuals and as a business can better support women going through perimenopause or menopause.
To continue the conversation, we hosted a Menopause Café, a follow-up session for women to share experiences and learn in a safe, supportive space. We’ve already planned another session to keep the dialogue going.
Men’s Wellbeing
Our final theme for March focused on Men’s Wellbeing, and we were honoured to have ANDYSMANCLUB join us to lead a powerful and thought-provoking session.
They shared the incredible work they’re doing to support men’s mental health and reminded us all #itsokaytotalk.
Step Challenge
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting mental and physical wellbeing at work, we recently kicked off a Step Challenge in March, which was a fun and friendly initiative to get everyone moving and spark a bit of healthy competition.
The challenge invited our people to form teams of five, with the aim of racking up as many steps as possible over the course of the month. Whether it was lunchtime strolls, evening dog walks or weekend hikes, every step counted towards the team total.
The reward? The team with the highest collective step count at the end of March earned a well-deserved half-day of extra holiday, the perfect excuse to put their feet up after all that walking!
We had 25 participants in total, and together we covered a truly impressive distance, collectively walking 5,485,486 steps! Not only did the challenge encourage people to stay active, but it also created a brilliant buzz across the company and gave colleagues an extra reason to connect and support one another.
A huge well done to everyone who took part, and especially to our winning team, who stepped their way to the top!
A Strong Start with More to Come
Wellbeing is more than a checklist at CyberLab, it’s part of who we are. From workshops to walking challenges, we’re proud of the positive steps we’ve taken together so far in 2025.
Thank you to everyone who’s been involved. We’re excited to keep the momentum going as we continue building a culture where everyone can thrive.
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CyberLab Celebrates Recognition in Top 100 Best Companies 2025
CyberLab Celebrates Three Top 10 Results in Best Companies 2025
🏆 #8 Best Small Company To Work For in the UK
🏆 #10 Best Company to Work For in the North West
🏆 #5 Best Company to Work For in the Technology Sector
CyberLab is proud to celebrate our latest recognition in the prestigious Best Companies™ 2025 rankings!
These outstanding achievements are a testament to the incredible people who make CyberLab what it is. Their passion, creativity, and commitment to building a culture of excellence continue to drive us forward.
A Message from CEO Gavin Wood
“I’m incredibly proud to announce that once again we’ve delivered a fantastic result in this year’s Best Companies survey, and this time we’ve improved on last year’s performance.
What makes this achievement meaningful is the collective effort behind it. From our people helping our customers defend against the evolving cyber security threat landscape, to our leadership team shaping culture and direction, every person has played their part.
Our focus on Simplicity, Passion and Quality continues to pay off. This advance isn’t just a number or a badge. It’s a signal that our commitment to being a great place to work, and a great partner for our customers, is working.
As we grow, evolve and tackle new challenges, maintaining our culture is just as important as hitting targets. A big thank you to the whole team. Let’s build on this momentum and make next year even stronger.”
“I am over the moon to announce our results for Best Companies 2025. These incredible results are a testament to our people, plus their hard work and dedication in making CyberLab a great place to work.”
– Mimi Rostron, People & Culture Manager
At CyberLab, we believe that prioritising the wellbeing of our people is essential to both personal and organisational growth.
In this milestone year, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team. Their passion and commitment make this recognition possible, and we look forward to building on this success together.
CyberLab Steps Up for Movember 2025 with Teamwide Fundraising Drive
CyberLab Raise £750+ for Men's Charities
At CyberLab, we believe that culture is more than just words – it’s about action.
This Movember, our team embraced the challenge to support men’s mental health and cancer charities by doing what we do best: coming together for a cause. From growing moustaches to clocking an incredible 250,000 steps, every effort was a stride towards making a difference.
Thanks to the enthusiasm and commitment of our colleagues, we raised an impressive £750. These funds will help Movember continue its vital work in tackling mental health issues and cancers that affect men worldwide.
It’s a small step in the grand scheme, but one we’re proud to take as part of a global movement for change.
“Movember is more than a campaign – it’s a chance to show that we care about the wellbeing of our people and the wider community.”
– Mimi Rostron, People & Culture Manager
Movember isn’t just about moustaches – it’s about conversations, awareness, and community.
At CyberLab, we’re eager to be part of that greater good, showing that when we unite for a purpose, we can create meaningful impact.
Here’s to more initiatives that combine fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
Learn more about CyberLab’s Culture Initatives of 2025
At CyberLab, our people truly are our greatest asset, which is why their wellbeing is one of our top priorities.
For us, it’s not just about a once-a-year check-in; it’s about consistently nurturing wellbeing at every stage of our people’s careers.