CISA launches free training programs to help students, non-cyber workers start cyber careers

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is starting two free training programs aimed at boosting the cyber workforce with a focus on helping adults and students from various backgrounds begin careers in cybersecurity.

The two programs represent the agency’s efforts to “maximize access for underrepresented communities in cyber and establish alliances that strengthen CISA’s ability to reach the national cyber talent pool,” according to a Wednesday bulletin detailing cyber education and training opportunities.

The new programs are an online...