Federal Cyber Workforce Training Act

Official: Federal Cyber Workforce Training Act of 2025

IntroducedMay 15, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill aims to establish a federal institute that will provide training for cybersecurity jobs in the government. It is important because it helps ensure that federal employees have the skills needed to protect our nation's digital resources.

If you work for the federal government in cybersecurity, you could receive better training to improve your skills.

Affects: Federal employees who work in cybersecurity roles and those responsible for hiring in this field.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill requires the National Cyber Director to create a plan for a new training institute. 2. The institute will train federal employees for cybersecurity jobs and help them improve their skills. 3. It will also develop specific training programs based on existing cybersecurity frameworks. 4. The plan must be submitted to Congress within 180 days of the bill becoming law. 5. The training will focus on new hires and those transitioning to mid-career positions.

Who is affected?

Federal employees who work in cybersecurity roles and those responsible for hiring in this field.