08/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/07/2024 10:10
Lockheed Martin Engages with White House Office of the National Cyber Director to Address Cyber Workforce Needs
Amidst a series of high-profile cybersecurity breaches in recent years, the need to bolster our nation's digital defenses has never been more urgent. However, we are confronted with a daunting reality- a staggering 500,000 unfilled cybersecurity positions.
At the epicenter for cybersecurity defense and policy, leaders from across government, industry and advocacy organizations gathered in Washington D.C. at the "Good-Paying Cyber Jobs for Veterans and Military Spouses" workshop to address a critical national issue: the cybersecurity gap.
Hosted by the White House Office of the National Cyber Director, the event zeroed in on the scarcity of skilled cybersecurity professionals. It underscored the pressing need for immediate government-industry collaboration to enhance recruitment and development, with a particular focus on the military community as a rich source of talent.
Lockheed Martin highlighted its commitment to addressing this unique challenge and working across sectors to create meaningful pathways to cybersecurity employment for veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses.
The ONCD event marked a significant step forward in addressing the cybersecurity workforce gap by highlighting the invaluable contributions of veterans and military spouses and setting a collaborative path ahead for future initiatives. As the nation grapples with an ever-evolving cyber threat landscape, Lockheed Martin is proud to pave the way through partnerships across government, industry and advocacy groups.
The work we do now and what we are moving towards in the future will play a crucial role in fortifying America's cyber defenses and ensuring that we have the most skilled and qualified personnel in these roles to tackle the cyber challenges of the 21st century. Lockheed Martin knows that our military community is vital to that vision.
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