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Streamlining Cybersecurity Expert Hiring in Public Administration

New regulations change the rules for hiring cybersecurity specialists in the civil service. They limit the requirement for specific educational qualifications, placing greater emphasis on actual skills and experience. This aims to fill key positions related to data and government system protection more quickly and effectively, potentially enhancing the nation's digital security.
Key points
Reduced emphasis on education: Federal agencies can hire cybersecurity experts based more on their skills than degrees, unless state or local law requires specific education.
Increased focus on competencies: Education will only be considered if it directly reflects the necessary skills for the job.
Data transparency: The Office of Personnel Management will publish changes in educational requirements and data on the educational attainment of newly hired cybersecurity specialists, increasing process transparency.
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Print number: 118_HR_4502
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-10
Voting date: 2023-10-02
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 515