> The issue is less about people unwilling to take those wages, and more about a lack of people whose breath can even fog a security mirror so to speak. I work in security and have been involved with hiring at several “brand name” companies including FAANGs in hot tech markets, and it’s always been a talent pipeline issue more than anything.

Oh come on. It is just an excuse. Look up what FAANG pays for those jobs ( total compensation ). Pay 2x. Get people from FAANG to work for you.