Human Capital Pillars Identification Recruitment X X X X X X X X X X X X Initiative Number Initiative Description 4.2.1 Increase the utilization of talent exchanges with private industry and the usage of rotational and detail opportunities to effectively cross-train and grow talent across the Department. 4.2.2 Establish a Joint Duty Assignment (JDA) type program to allow for civilian part-time surge support across the department based on prioritized cyber needs. 4.3.1 Establish a centralized program office to manage cyberfocused student and employee developmental programs across the Department. 4.3.2 Ensure National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) curriculum aligns with Department-wide cyber standards. 4.3.3 Increase Return on Investment of scholarship programs and effectively track participation to customize recruitment and outreach efforts. X X 4.4.1 Establish formalized partnerships and agreements across federal agencies to utilize cyber workforce development programs. X X 4.4.2 Increase Congressional awareness of cyber workforce priorities. 4.5.1 Increase exercises with international partners and identify opportunities to expand focus areas. X Page 48 Retention X X X Development Initiatives 2023-2027 Department of Defense Cyber Workforce Strategy - Implementation Plan