Building a Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program: Early-Stage Success and Some Lessons Learned

The United States, along with the rest of the developed world, is experiencing a shortage of cybersecurity talent in the workforce ((ISC)2 ,2019). Among the strategies being encouraged and used to close this workforce gap are work-based learning programs like cybersecurity apprenticeships. Well-designed apprenticeships can provide a win-win-win situation for employers, students, and schools. This article describes our experiences to date working to establish a meaningful cybersecurity apprenticeship program. We share the early success we have found as well as some lessons learned.

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