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Building the Cyber Talent Ecosystem for National Security

The DoW Cyber Academic Engagement Office fosters enduring partnerships with academia to advance cybersecurity knowledge, develop the next generation of cyber leaders, and strengthen our nation's competitive advantage.

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Cyber Academic Engagement Hub

Explore the ecosystem

Eight connected pathways link academia, experience, and talent. Select any node to expand it.

  • Requirements & Priorities
  • Funding & Resources
  • Policy & Guidance
  • Workforce Planning
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  • Degree Programs
  • Research Centers
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Scholarships & Fellowships
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  • Co-op / Apprenticeships
  • DoW Labs & Centers
  • Live Cyber Missions
  • Research Internships
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  • Micro Degrees & Certificates
  • Bootcamps
  • Online Learning
  • Workforce Transition
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  • Cyber Competitions
  • Hackathons
  • Innovation Challenges
  • NatSec Problem Solvers
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  • Cyber Literacy
  • STEM Integration
  • Camps & Clubs
  • Inspire Future Talent
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  • Cyber Ranges
  • Simulations
  • Capture the Flag
  • Red / Blue Teaming
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  • Explore Opportunities
  • Find Internships
  • Build Skills
  • Launch Careers
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