Throwing gasoline on the fire: The causes and impact of stress and burnout in cybersecurity

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Presented at BSides Toronto 2026 by

George Bragg

The toll that stress can take on the body and mind is real. For cybersecurity professionals in particular, due various factors, stress can be a significant problem. In this presentation, we will look at the causes of stress and burnout in the field, discuss its impacts on individuals and on organizational security, and consider factors and actions that can reduce the risk.