ST. Bernard Parish Government Workforce Programs

Purpose: This Project Addresses the Cybersecurity Talent Shortages of the Tri-parish Area of Plaquemines, ST Bernard, and ST Tammany Parishes in Louisiana. Building Upon the Mission to Empower Individuals, Strengthen Communities, and Advocate for Employer-driven Opportunities, This Project Aims to Establish a Thriving Regional Economy Where All Citizens Are Prepared to Compete Within the Rapidly Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape.activities to Be Performed: the Initiative Will Execute a Three-phase Plan: Analyzing Regional Cybersecurity Workforce Data, Developing a Multi-stakeholder Strategy, and Implementing Programs to Align Education, Training, and Employer Needs. Key Activities Include Labor Market Modeling, Stakeholder Collaboration, Curriculum Alignment, Creation of Experiential Learning Opportunities, and the Launch of a Public-facing Workforce Portal and Dashboard.expected Outcomes: the Project Aims to Reduce Cybersecurity Talent Gaps by Increasing the Supply of Job-ready Professionals and Aligning Training Pathways With Industry Needs Using Nist Nice Framework Alignment. It Will Establish a Data-driven, Adaptable Regional Talent Pipeline Supported by Sustained Employer-education Partnerships, Leading to Long-term Workforce Resilience and Economic Growth.intended Beneficiaries: the Primary Beneficiaries Include Tri-parish Region Residents; Particularly Youth, Adults, Dislocated Workers, and Veterans Seeking Entry or Advancement in Cybersecurity Careers. Employers, Educators, and Policymakers Will Also Benefit Through Improved Collaboration, Access to Local Talent, and Real-time Workforce Data for Informed Decision-making.subrecipient Activities: the Recipient Intends to Make Subawards.