Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework)

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At the GBC Academy our programs are tailored to align with The Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity, commonly referred to as the NICE Framework, which is a nationally focused resource to help employers develop their cybersecurity workforce. It establishes a common lexicon that describes cybersecurity work and workers regardless of where or for whom the work is performed. The NICE Framework applies across public, private, and academic sectors.

The NICE Framework is comprised of the following components:

  • Categories (7) – A high-level grouping of common cybersecurity functions
  • Specialty Areas (33) – Distinct areas of cybersecurity work
  • Work Roles (52) – The most detailed groupings of cybersecurity work comprised of specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required to perform tasks in a Work Role

To explore the NICE Framework, click here. To learn more, review the Using the NICE Framework PDF.

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