Biden Administration unveils its 4-pillar national cyber workforce strategy

The White House has released a new National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy, aiming to encourage skilled cybersecurity professionals in various industries, including healthcare, and lower barriers to hiring and onboarding. The strategy seeks to equip Americans with cybersecurity skills, strengthen the federal cyber workforce, and improve cyber education. The efforts align with the Biden Administration’s National Cybersecurity Strategy and emphasize the national security importance of cybersecurity. Partnerships with state and local governments, as well as funding from the infrastructure bill, will be crucial for implementation.