Department of Homeland Security unveils new cybersecurity job growth initiative

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched a Cybersecurity Talent Management System to recruit and retain top-tier and diverse cybersecurity talent. The system aims to streamline federal hiring and create a new type of federal civil service position called the DHS Cybersecurity Service. The agency hopes to better compete for cybersecurity professionals and strengthen the country’s cybersecurity response amid ongoing cyber threats to critical infrastructure. The compensation for these positions is designed to be competitive, potentially rivaling salaries in Silicon Valley.