The bill would require the Secretary of Defense to start a pilot program within one year of enactment. The program would test partnerships between military cyber units and colleges recognized by the National Security Agency for cybersecurity research, defense, or operations. It would support research, threat analysis, cyber exercises, student training, and pathways to federal cybersecurity jobs. The program would track student outcomes and assess its costs and effectiveness. It would end on September 30, 2031.
Students at participating colleges could have opportunities to work with military cyber units, take part in research and exercises, and receive career guidance. The bill does not guarantee participation, scholarships, or jobs.
The pilot must assess the costs and benefits of pairing students with military units, including the time and cost needed to clear students and give them network access. No publicly available information on total program funding or expenses.
The bill's stated aims are to strengthen the U.S. cyber workforce, improve military cyber training, and help students pursue federal cybersecurity careers. No publicly available information on further arguments from the sponsors.
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