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5 cybersecurity professionals your IT team needs Cybersecurity teams need flexible access to skills as technology, threats and regulations evolve. This article expores guidance on capabilities over fixed job titles and outlines hiring, upskilling and outsourcing options. ROBERT HALF 2026-10-08T10:57:00.000-04:00 Career development

What does a controller do? Skills, responsibilities and salary trends What does a controller do? Learn what a typical controller job description includes, the skills employers want and 2027 pay for four controller roles. ROBERT HALF 2026-10-06T22:54:00.000-04:00 Career development

Solving the cybersecurity skills gap: When hiring alone isn’t enough Cybersecurity leaders should prioritize adaptable capabilities, not hiring alone, as threats and required skills rapidly change. This article outlines a flexible workforce strategy for closing evolving security gaps. ROBERT HALF 2026-10-02T13:44:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

September 2026 jobs report: Employers add 29,000 jobs The U.S. economy added just 29,000 jobs in September, while the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2%. The latest jobs report points to an uncertain labor market, with modest hiring activity and little change across major industries. ROBERT HALF 2026-10-02T10:30:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

How to become a machine learning engineer: Skills, salary and career path Thinking about a move into machine learning? See what a machine learning engineer does, what the role pays and the steps that get you there. ROBERT HALF 2026-10-01T12:40:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

The roles you can’t risk leaving vacant: Why compensation and benefits openings can hurt you Compensation and benefits vacancies can quickly disrupt pay, benefits, recruiting, and retention decisions, making proactive hiring essential. Robert Half’s Rob Hosking discusses the risks of vacant HR positions and how they impact your organization. Robert Hosking 2026-09-30T10:36:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

How to hire customer service professionals Effective customer service hiring requires realistic role definitions, thoughtful evaluation and competitive offers. Learn about practices to attract and retain the stronger candidates. ROBERT HALF 2026-09-25T10:39:00.000-04:00 Hiring help