America's Cybersecurity Workforce
Federal Government Directs Major Actions to Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce
What it does
Federal agencies must implement programs to grow, train, and move cybersecurity personnel, adopt the NICE Framework, and hold an annual government cybersecurity competition.
Real-world impact
- Creates a federal rotation program moving cybersecurity staff between agencies.
- Requires contractors and training programs to align worker skills with the NICE Framework.
- Establishes an annual government cybersecurity competition with awards, including cash prizes for winners.
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Summary
This order directs the federal government to grow, train, and better move cybersecurity workers between public and private sectors. It requires a Homeland Security rotational program, use of the NICE cybersecurity workforce framework in contracts and training, aptitude assessments, awards recognition, and an annual government-wide competition.
It affects federal employees, military personnel, contractors, schools, and training providers. The goal is to address a shortage of cyber talent, improve skills, and strengthen national and economic security.
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