Cyber PIVOTT Act

This bill amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish education and training programs and resources through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to build a skills-based cyber workforce. It creates the "Providing Individuals Various Opportunities for Technical Training to Build a Skills-Based Cyber Workforce Program" (PIVOTT Program) at community colleges and technical schools.

Sec. 2, CISA education and training programs and resources: This section adds a new section to the Homeland Security Act to create the PIVOTT Program. The CISA Director will partner with community colleges and technical schools to offer education, training, internships, and federal job opportunities. Eligible students include those in or starting two-year cyber associate's degree programs or comparable technical certifications, and students in shorter technical certifications aligned with the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. The program provides full tuition scholarships covering fees, travel, lodging, stipends, and other expenses. Participants must complete a two-year service obligation in a cyber role for a federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial government, with exceptions for military service. Students must complete at least four skills-based exercises, including at least one in-person, and an approved cyber internship. The CISA Director will conduct outreach, host a federal recruitment fair, and maintain a database of training resources and job opportunities. Program completion benefits include up to three funded certifications and potential scholarships for federal employees. Scholarship recipients must repay awards if they fail to meet academic, disciplinary, or service obligations, with exceptions for military enlistment or inability to secure a government position. The program aims to enroll at least 250 students in the first year, doubling annually up to 1,000, with a plan to reach 10,000 students within ten years. The CISA Director must report on enrollment goals and submit a review of CISA's education and training programs to Congress within 90 days. The Secretary of Homeland Security must also report on support for the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Program.