The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded over $3.3 million in cooperative agreements to 17 organizations across 13 states. These funds are intended to bolster the cybersecurity workforce by addressing a significant shortage of qualified professionals, with over 514,000 job openings currently in the U.S. The supported initiatives, known as RAMPS projects, will align local business and nonprofit needs with cybersecurity workforce guidance. These efforts aim to develop curricula, provide training, and offer practical learning opportunities like internships and workshops. AI
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RANK_REASON NIST is awarding grants to educational and community organizations for workforce development, which falls under research and policy initiatives.
