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This bill requires the National Cyber Director to develop and submit to Congress a comprehensive plan for establishing a Federal Cyber Workforce Development Institute within 180 days of enactment. The institute would serve as a centralized training resource for federal cyber personnel, focusing on providing specialized, modular training for both new and mid-career cybersecurity professionals across various government agencies. The training would be inclusive, offering programs for individuals with diverse academic backgrounds and regardless of whether they hold a college degree, and would include hands-on learning, skill assessments, and work-based training aligned with the NICE (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education) Framework. Key features of the proposed institute include developing curriculum in collaboration with multiple federal agencies, prioritizing entry-level positions, offering both in-person and virtual training options, creating a badging system to communicate qualifications, and potentially partnering with designated academic cybersecurity institutions. The plan must also recommend an organizational structure, estimate funding requirements, describe a security clearance process, and outline strategies for maintaining instructor quality and relevance. Importantly, the bill specifies that no additional funds are authorized for implementing these provisions, suggesting the institute would need to be funded through existing resources.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3435/all-info