Talent over certification: A new federal cyber workforce plan

The Department of Defense (DoD) is addressing its cybersecurity workforce shortage by implementing a cultural shift in hiring for cybersecurity roles. The DoD is developing an implementation plan for its cyber workforce strategy, which focuses on recruiting, developing, and retaining talent. The agency plans to evaluate critical candidate capabilities and provide ongoing technical training on the job. This shift in approach is aimed at addressing the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by the DoD and other industries, such as healthcare. The DoD is also looking to expand its training pipeline to ensure a qualified cyber workforce.