As a result of the increase in cyber security related attacks, employer demand for information systems security professionals is increasing, and growth is projected to continue. A Global Information Security Workforce Study (GISWS) indicated the North American shortage of cyber security professionals is due to the lack of qualified people. The 2015 GISWS concluded that the information security workforce shortfall is widening. The estimated shortfall is 1.8 million by 2022.

If your program was less than 8 months

•    You aren’t eligible for a PGWP.

If your program was more than 8 months but less than 2 years

•    We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for up to the same length as your study program.

For example, if you completed a 9-month program, we may give you a work permit for up to 9 months.

If your program was 2 years or more

•    We may give you a PGWP that’s valid for 3 years.

If you completed more than 1 program

•    You may be able to get a PGWP that combines the length of each program.

Each of the programs you completed -

• must be PGWP-eligible and at least 8 months in length

• Two-year College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Sciences, or a related field.
  OR
• Two- or three-year College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in any field
• PLUS one year of related work experience, as evidenced by a resume. Resume should be submitted through ontariocolleges.ca with your application or via the GBC Online Application System (OAS) for international applicants.

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