The Cybersecurity Hiring Modernization Act would change how the federal government evaluates job candidates for cybersecurity positions by limiting the importance of educational requirements. Under the bill, federal agencies could only require a degree or specific education credentials for cybersecurity jobs if that education is legally mandated by state or local law to perform the work, or if the education directly demonstrates the specific skills needed for the job. The law applies to cybersecurity positions across the federal competitive service, including IT management roles and positions identified under the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education framework. Agencies would be required to publish annual reports showing changes to educational qualification standards and data on the educational backgrounds of people hired for these positions. The goal is to expand the talent pool by allowing candidates with relevant experience and skills—but without traditional degrees—to compete for federal cybersecurity jobs.
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