Luttrell, Turner Introduce DHS Cybersecurity On-The-Job Training Program Act

WASHINGTON -- Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) and Congressman Sylvester Turner (D-TX) introduced the DHS Cybersecurity On-The-Job Training Program Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at strengthening America’s cyber workforce. The legislation would establish a voluntary on-the-job training program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to equip employees who are not currently in cybersecurity roles with the skills needed to transition into the field.  

Under this legislation, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) would develop and oversee the program, with a designated director responsible for designing the curriculum, recruiting participants, and submitting annual reports to Congress on program participation and outcomes. This effort seeks to expand the nation’s cybersecurity talent pool and enhance national security.

“As threats to our cyber infrastructure continue to rise, we need to make sure our federal workforce is ready,”said Congressman Luttrell. “Through this legislation, employees will be provided the training they need to step into cybersecurity roles. We’re not just building a stronger workforce — we’re making our nation more secure. I’m proud to work with Congressman Turner on this bipartisan bill to address one of the most critical issues facing our country today.”