How to maximize the impact of your federal cybersecurity training budget

Assess your training needs and priorities 

Before investing in cybersecurity training, ensure your spending addresses your team's most pressing needs. Every organization is different, but according to the 2024 ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, the top most in-demand technical skills identified by hiring managers are: 

1. Cloud computing security (36%) 
2. Security engineering (28%) 
3. Risk assessment, analysis and management (27%) 
4. Application security (25%) 
5. Security analysis (25%) 
6. Governance, risk management and compliance (24%) 
7. Artificial intelligence/machine learning (24%) 

When you're balancing training priorities with budget constraints, you need a partner who understands the unique challenges facing Department of Defense security and IT teams. 75% of professionals in government roles have turned to specialized training solutions to advance their careers and meet compliance requirements.

Whether you work at a mid-size government contractor or a large federal agency, you can access customized programs designed specifically for your role, your team's needs and your professional goals. 

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Maximize cost savings with Infosec 

You need cybersecurity training that closes skills gaps, certifies your team and meets DoD 8570/8140 requirements while staying within your budget constraints and procurement guidelines. Your team can unlock valuable skills and knowledge from Infosec, a leader in cybersecurity training for over 20 years. 

With over 65 team training boot camps priced under the Government Purchase Card limit, you can streamline your procurement process and get the training your team needs. You'll experience live instruction from industry experts in the format that works best for your schedule — online, classroom or onsite. Every boot camp also includes access to 1,400+ on-demand courses to give your team comprehensive tools to protect your organization. 

You can purchase group training with Infosec’s flexible payment options, train when it best suits your schedule and save with volume discounts.  

Infosec accepts all forms of approved training requests and procurement systems. We are currently an approved vendor for the following programs:  

• AF COOL  
• Army IgnitED  
• Veteran Readiness & Employment  

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Leverage Infosec's industry expertise for better outcomes 

During the boot camp, your  team will learn how to navigate the exam and build skills that will stay with them after the exam. Infosec instructors have at least ten years of industry experience, which helps ensure that your staff receives high-quality, cost-effective training.  

• Industry-leading pass rates. More than 9 out of 10 Infosec trainees who sit for their exam pass it, thanks to our industry-leading 93% pass rate. Infosec has decades of experience helping learners earn certifications and gain job-critical skills. 
• Outcome-backed training. With our Exam Pass Guarantee, if any member of your team doesn't pass their exam on the first attempt, they get a second attempt for free (for most boot camps). They can also retake the training for free for up to one year.  
• Minimal risk. Experience peace of mind when investing in your team with our Knowledge Transfer Guarantee. If one of your service members or employees departs within three months of obtaining their certification, Infosec will train another tuition-free for up to a year. 
• Customized training programs. You will receive a training plan customized to meet your organization's most important skills goals. We even provide capstone projects tailored to fit your enterprise's team’s needs. This way, you can measure students' outcomes and help your organization achieve its goals. 
• Long-term savings. Establishing a long-term partnership with Infosec can provide ongoing cost savings. We value your success and offer loyalty discounts for repeat customers. 

As a trusted industry partner, we regularly work with vendors like CompTIA, ISACA and AWS. In some cases, our internal SMEs also contribute to creating new and updated certifications.   

Stretch your federal budget with multiple funding and tax exclusions 

More than 100,000 security professionals have trained with Infosec. We train experts and understand exactly what it takes to get your team the skills and knowledge they need. To save even more money, you may want to explore:  

• Funding sources for veterans. Programs designed to help pay for veterans' training costs exist. For instance, Infosec has previously partnered with organizations like VetJobs and VetsinTech to help upskill and certify veterans and their spouses in cybersecurity. 
• Tax benefits for training. When you get skills training for your employees that helps them excel at their jobs, the expenses may be deductible. The government supports investments like cybersecurity training because it benefits the overall economic landscape. 
• The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) is designed to strengthen the American public workforce system by helping those with barriers to employment get high-quality jobs. The program also supports employers when it comes to hiring and keeping skilled employees. 

Contact an Infosec representative if you have any questions about these programs. 

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Start saving with Infosec 

Maximizing your cybersecurity budget with Infosec comes down to assessing your needs, reducing skills gaps through training and utilizing Infosec's experience as a trusted partner.  

By pursuing cost-effective training options, you build a stronger cybersecurity defense system driven by talented, knowledgeable individuals. This helps you mitigate security risks and prevent threats.  

Contact us to talk about your team training goals with Infosec Boot Camps and other training options. Book a meeting today.