Cyber Talent Development and Recruitment Act
Summary
The Cyber Talent Development and Recruitment Act aims to strengthen the Department of Defense's cyber workforce by amending Title 10, United States Code. It focuses on recruitment and retention of cyber professionals. The bill expands the types of positions eligible for special pay and incentives and modifies reporting requirements.
Expected Effects
This act will likely lead to an increase in the number of qualified cyber professionals within the Department of Defense. It may also improve the nation's cybersecurity capabilities. The changes to pay scales and reporting requirements are intended to make the cyber workforce more competitive and transparent.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced national security through a stronger cyber defense.
- Increased recruitment and retention of skilled cyber professionals.
- Improved collaboration with domestic and international partners in cyberspace.
- Greater transparency in the Department of Defense's cyber workforce management.
- Potential for innovation in cybersecurity technologies and strategies.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased government spending due to higher salaries.
- Risk of creating disparities in pay between cyber and non-cyber positions within the Department of Defense.
- Possible challenges in identifying and classifying 'hard-to-fill' positions.
- Limited scope, focusing primarily on the Department of Defense rather than a broader national strategy.
- The act does not address potential privacy concerns related to increased cyber activities.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the constitutional mandate to provide for the common defense (Preamble). Congress has the power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8). The act falls under this enumerated power by enhancing the cyber capabilities of the armed forces. There are no apparent conflicts with individual liberties or other constitutional principles.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).