Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act

The Cybersecurity Skills Integration Act would direct the Department of Education to create a pilot program that awards grants to partnerships between postsecondary institutions and employers working in critical infrastructure sectors. These grants would support the development and delivery of cybersecurity education programs designed to train students in cybersecurity skills.

If enacted, this bill would aim to address cybersecurity workforce shortages by connecting educational institutions with employers who have direct needs for skilled cybersecurity professionals. The program would help students gain practical training aligned with real-world job requirements in sectors like energy, transportation, and communications that depend on secure digital systems. By fostering collaboration between schools and employers, the bill proposes to create a pathway for students to develop relevant skills while helping critical infrastructure sectors build a stronger workforce.

Currently, the bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. Most introduced bills do not advance further, so passage is uncertain at this stage.