[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 184 (Monday, November 18, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1459]
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

                       Monday, November 18, 2019

  Mr. POSEY. Madam Speaker, November 11th marks the start of National 
Cybersecurity Career Awareness Week. This week-long campaign focuses on 
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 playing 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 awareness of the 
importance of cybersecurity, several of our local colleges along with 
CareerSource Brevard, Brevard School District, Economic Development 
Commission of Florida's Space Coast and Florida High 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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