The White House and ECCouncil have joined forces to invest $15 million in training programs aimed at addressing the global cybersecurity workforce gap.
Description
This partnership [1] [3], aligned with ECCouncil’s goal of democratizing cybersecurity education [5], seeks to train more than 50,000 students in cybersecurity skills [2]. The training will cover areas such as ethical hacking, network defense [2], and digital forensics [2], providing hands-on experience to students. Scholarships will grant access to cybersecurity curriculum and instructional videos at various academic institutions in the US [3] [4], including universities [3] [5], community colleges [3] [5], and high schools [3] [5]. Collaborating with the Office of the National Cyber Director [1] [3], the initiative will support over 800 higher education institutions in North America. With an anticipated shortage of 3.5 million cybersecurity professionals worldwide by 2025, this partnership is crucial in preparing the next generation of ethical hackers and cybersecurity experts to protect against cyber threats and safeguard the nation and economy. The scholarships provided by ECCouncil will help accelerate skill development nationwide, addressing the critical need to bridge the cyber skills gap [3] [4].
Conclusion
This initiative will have a significant impact on the cybersecurity landscape, helping to mitigate the shortage of professionals and better prepare the workforce to combat cyber threats. By investing in training programs and scholarships, the partnership between the White House and ECCouncil is paving the way for a more secure digital future. As the demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to grow, this collaboration sets a precedent for future efforts to address the global cybersecurity workforce gap.
References
[1] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/white-house-announces-ec-councils-123900917.html
[2] https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/white-house-ec-council-cyber/
[3] https://www.securitysystemsnews.com/article/white-house-announces-ec-council-15m-pledge-to-accelerate-cyber-skill-development
[4] https://indiashorts.com/white-house-announces-ec-councils-15-million-pledge-to-accelerate-skill-development-in-the-nations-cyber-workforce/174580/
[5] https://www.informazione.it/c/464A787B-7FC0-4512-A39A-7F544F9A8984/White-House-Announces-EC-Council-s-15-Million-Pledge-to-Accelerate-Skill-Development-in-the-Nation-s-Cyber-Workforce
