Establishes a grant program administered by the Department of Homeland Security to fund university-based cybersecurity clinics.
Targets junior or community colleges, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs), and other minority-serving institutions.
Aims to develop interactive workshops to educate on protecting devices, data, and identity from cyber threats.
Focuses on creating experiential cybersecurity curriculums to enhance organizational resilience against digital threats.
Seeks to increase the number of experienced cybersecurity professionals by creating a talent pipeline for students.
Provides support to civil society organizations, state and local government agencies, and small businesses to improve cyber preparedness.
Requires coordination with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for curriculum development.
Mandates annual reports on grant fund expenditures and program participation, including the number of graduates entering the cybersecurity workforce.
Authorizes necessary appropriations to carry out the program.