[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 171 (Tuesday, October 29, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1357]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY CAREER AWARENESS WEEK

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                            HON. BILL POSEY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 29, 2019

  Mr. POSEY. Madam Speaker, November 11th marks the start of National 
Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week. This week-long campaign focuses on 
the local, regional and national interest to engage the community on 
not only the importance of cybersecurity but career opportunities in 
the field.
  Cybersecurity IT workers play a vital role in upkeeping the integrity 
of our systems, networks, and programs as well as pioneering new ways 
to promote system strength against unforeseen threats. In a highly 
interconnected and increasingly globalized world, there has never been 
a more important time than now to raise awareness.
  Unfortunately, America is facing a critical shortage of people 
trained in cybersecurity. There are currently over 300,000 jobs 
nationally that need to be filled in the cybersecurity workforce and 
globally, an expected shortfall of 1.8 million cybersecurity 
professionals by 2022. This deficit can easily be filled by American 
talent and continued commitment to making educational resources 
available early.
  In my own district, we are doing our part by educating the public 
about what role cybersecurity plays in their everyday lives and how 
impactful a career in cybersecurity can be. To raise the awareness of 
the importance of pursuing a career in cybersecurity, several of our 
local colleges along with the Brevard School District, EDC Space Coast 
and Florida Tech Corridor to name a few, will come together to discuss 
the role of cybersecurity in our economy, in enhancing public safety 
and national security.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing National Cybersecurity 
Career Awareness Week.

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