Benedict College

Cooperative Agreement for the Cybersecurity Infrastructure, Education, Training & Workforce Initiative (with Benedict College):purpose: Benedict College Requests Funding for the Implementation of the Cybersecurity Infrastructure, Education, Training & Workforce Initiative. the Purpose of the Project Is to Train, Educate and Expose Underserved Populations to Prepare Them for the Careers Within the Industry of Cybersecurity. the Project Seeks to Bridge the Employment Gap for Minorities in the Field of Cybersecurity. Under This Project, the Initiative Will Provide Opportunities for Students to Participate in Work-based Learning Opportunities to Gain the Skills and Competencies for the Cybersecurity Workforce. the Project Will Include the Implementation of Curriculum Enhancements, Exposure,and Workforce Development Based on a Five-part Methodological Framework. Activities to Be Performed: the Proposed Project Includes the Coordination and Execution of Events That Will Expose, Educate, and Train Middle School, High School, and Undergraduate Students to Obtain the Skills Needed for Cybersecurity Workforce Development. the Initiative Is Based on a Five-part Methodological Framework for Educating and Preparing Underserved Students With the Skills and Knowledge to Navigate the Landscape of Cybersecurity Through Activities That Include Workshops, Class Engagements, Cybersecurity Summer Camps, Curriculum Enhancements, and Mentorship. Training Materials Will Be Aligned With Nist and Nice Strategic Goals. Through Community Partnerships, Assessments and Analyses Will Be Conducted to Track the Progress of the Students Participating in the Initiative.expected Outcomes: Success in the Project Will Result in Four Outcomes. the Results of the Different Data Analysis Techniques Will Be Used to Improve the Education of K12 Students, Undergraduates, Teachers, Staff, Community Members, and Surrounding K12 Professionals Regarding Information Systems Security and Cybersecurity. Additionally, the Outcomes Intend to Provide Technological Resources for Students, Provide Professional Development Opportunities for Teachers and Staff, and Increase the Number of Undergraduates in the Cybersecurity Degree Program. the Project Will Provide Insights on Tasks, Knowledge, and Competencies Required in the Cybersecurity Workforce.intended Beneficiaries: a Website Will Be Created to Act as a Primary Gateway for the Dissemination of Cybersecurity Knowledge and Related Materials Created Throughout the Project Term. the Public Will Have Immediate Access to Cyber Resources, Research, Publications, Technical Assistance, and Data. the Community, Students Will Engage in a Comprehensive Program That Will Enhance Student Learning and Skill Development. Subrecipient Activities: There Are No Planned Subawards.