Bill 118 s 5321, also known as the DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a cybersecurity internship program with...
in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The program would be designed to provide undergraduate and graduate students with hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity. Participants in the program would have the opportunity to work alongside cybersecurity professionals within the DHS, gaining valuable skills and knowledge that will help prepare them for future careers in the field.
The bill outlines the requirements for the internship program, including eligibility criteria for participants, the duration of the internships, and the types of projects and tasks that interns will be involved in. It also specifies that the program must be designed to promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring that students from a wide range of backgrounds have the opportunity to participate.
Overall, the DHS Cybersecurity Internship Program Act aims to address the growing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals in the United States. By providing students with practical experience and training in the field, the program seeks to help build a strong and diverse cybersecurity workforce to protect the nation's critical infrastructure and digital assets.