The NIST has granted $3.6 million to combat the US cybersecurity workforce shortage.

18 organizations across 15 states will receive funding under the NICE-led initiative.

With 450,000 cybersecurity job vacancies in the US, there's a significant labor gap in the industry.

Funded projects aim to enhance cybersecurity education and workforce through RAMPS, aligned with the NICE Framework.

Activities include curriculum development, training, workshops, competitions, and hackathons to stimulate growth in the sector.

In a related move, NIST is spearheading the creation of an AI Safety Institute following an executive order on AI safety.