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NICE Framework Resource Center

The NICE Framework establishes a common language that describes cybersecurity work and the knowledge and skills needed to complete that work. It is used in public and private sectors and across industries for career discovery, education and training, and in hiring and workforce development.

The Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework) (NIST Special Publication 800-181, revision 1) provides a set of building blocks for describing the Tasks, Knowledge, and Skills (TKS) that are needed to perform cybersecurity work by individuals or teams. Through these building blocks, the NICE Framework enables organizations to develop their workforces to perform cybersecurity work, and it helps learners to explore cybersecurity work and to engage in appropriate learning activities to develop their knowledge and skills.

Learn More

  • NICE Framework Current Version: NICE Framework publications and components are available on the Current Versions page. The page includes downloadable content, translations, and more.
  • Get Started: If you are new to the NICE Framework, the Getting Started page will give you a good overview of the framework and how it can be used. You can also get answers to commonly asked questions on our FAQ page.
  • Get Support: Do you want to explore some resources and tools to support your use of the NICE Framework? We’ve got you covered! If you are still having trouble finding what you need, the NICE Framework Users Group is a great place to ask questions and share ideas.
  • Engage: From asking questions to providing feedback and sharing successes, there are many ways for you to engage with the NICE Framework community. Visit our Ways to Engage page to find out more.

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