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Find out about recent updates to the NICCS website, which has a new look and even more information to share!

Explore the changes and updates in version 2.0.0 of the NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework).

Are you ready to learn more about how to enhance your cybersecurity skillset and succeed in the cyber workforce?

This month and every month, NICCS wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to our Nation’s Veterans for your service to our country.

Although cybersecurity awareness is important all year, this is a very special month for the field of cybersecurity. In October, we celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Are you interested in pursuing cybersecurity studies and careers, but are unsure about what path is right for you?

Are you a high school or college student looking for more information on how to get involved in cybersecurity?

Looking for help on how to succeed in cyber? Get started on NICCS by checking out some of our most frequently asked questions!

Congratulations to all K-12 educators and school administrators on a successful 2023-2024 school year. Explore the cybersecurity resources on NICCS such as no-cost professional development workshops and cyber course curricula to help you prepare for next school year.

May is Military Appreciation Month and NICCS is proud to offer cybersecurity resources at no cost to our nation’s military personnel, Veterans, and their families.

The International Information System Security Certification Consortium, commonly referred to as ISC2, released its annual Cybersecurity Workforce Study! Learn how NICCS highlights several key findings from the study that specifically apply to our audiences.

Happy New Year! Are you looking for a career change in 2024? With over 570,000 open cybersecurity positions in the U.S. alone and more than 3.4 million worldwide, now is the time to explore all the cyber workforce has to offer!

Cybersecurity is important year-round, but during the holidays there are additional risks to consider. With an increase in online purchases, it can mean more opportunities for cyber criminals to seek out vulnerabilities. Learn how you can stay safe this holiday season.

This Veterans Day, we celebrate, honor, and thank all Veterans that have served and sacrificed for our country’s freedom and safety. As America’s Cyber Defense Agency, CISA understands the importance of protecting our nation from physical and cyber threats from foreign adversaries.

This October we are celebrating #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure all students, teachers, governments, organizations, friends, and families have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online.

The NICCS website now has new, interactive micro-challenges on the Cyber Career Pathways Tool! Based on the top NICE Framework categories and work roles, the micro-challenges are aligned to ten cybersecurity work roles.

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! NICCS recently updated the Cybersecurity for Students page with more resources and information than ever before to help you succeed in cyber.

Explore the cyber career profiles, average salary comparisons across occupations, tips to get ahead, and more!

Congratulations to all in academia, you made it to summer! We hope you have a relaxing break these next few weeks and go on vacation, visit friends and family, or learn something new. NICCS has resources to help you get started.