Using its recent Cyber Workforce Strategy as a foundation, the department will lay out six initiatives to address its growing cyber needs.
What is the purpose of DOD's Cyber Workforce Implementation Plan?
The DOD's Cyber Workforce Implementation Plan is designed to address the department's growing cyber needs by laying out six initiatives. It aims to identify, recruit, develop, and retain top talent globally, ensuring that the workforce can effectively support the department's various missions.
What are the key pillars of DOD's Cyber Workforce Strategy?
The DOD's Cyber Workforce Strategy is aligned with four human capital management pillars: Identification (determining workforce needs), Recruitment (onboarding talent), Development (providing opportunities for improvement), and Retention (using incentive programs to keep employees). These pillars support the overall goals of the strategy.
How does DOD plan to enhance its cyber workforce?
DOD plans to enhance its cyber workforce through several initiatives, including seeking additional authorities for recruitment and retention, training employees via rotational and scholarship programs, and establishing the DOD CIO office as a center of excellence for cyber workforce analytics. These efforts aim to unify personnel management and support continuous development.