Opportunity Information: Apply for DHS 23 CISA 127 CDET 0001
The Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program (CETAP) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), administered through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), designed to strengthen the national cybersecurity workforce pipeline by investing in K-12 cybersecurity education. The opportunity is grounded in DHS strategic priorities for FY 2020-2024, particularly the need to secure cyberspace and critical infrastructure while also improving the security and resilience of critical infrastructure. The underlying premise is that cyber threats to the United States are accelerating and adversaries operate quickly and covertly, so expanding early cybersecurity awareness and skills is treated as a long-term national security and infrastructure resilience strategy.
CETAP is authorized by Section 2220 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (codified at 6 U.S.C. 665f), which formally establishes this program within CISA and allows the agency to provide financial assistance through grants and cooperative agreements. The program focuses on elementary and secondary education as a way to build foundational cybersecurity literacy, broaden awareness of cybersecurity as a field, encourage students to explore cybersecurity careers, and support the teaching of practical cybersecurity skills at the K-12 level. In other words, the goal is not only to spark interest but to help schools and communities develop the capacity to teach cybersecurity in age-appropriate, skill-building ways that can feed into future education and employment pathways.
For FY 2023, CISA planned to make up to two awards using the cooperative agreement mechanism, meaning awardees should expect substantial involvement and partnership with the federal agency during the period of performance rather than a hands-off grant. The funded work is intended to support the development of cybersecurity curriculum and professional development opportunities aimed at K-12 students and the adults who support them, including educators, school administrators, and caregivers. A notable emphasis is also placed on outreach to increase cybersecurity awareness across the broader K-12 community, signaling that CISA is interested in efforts that go beyond classroom materials alone and into community-level engagement that can influence behavior, safety practices, and sustained interest in cybersecurity.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations, including both 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education) and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (also excluding institutions of higher education). The opportunity is listed under Assistance Listing (CFDA) number 97.127, with activity areas tied to Education and Business and Commerce, reflecting the workforce development and economic relevance of cybersecurity skills. The funding opportunity number is DHS 23 CISA 127 CDET 0001. The posted award ceiling is $3,400,000, and with an expected two awards, the structure suggests relatively large, high-impact projects rather than many small local pilots.
Key dates included a creation/posting date of May 23, 2023, and an original application closing date of July 25, 2023. Overall, CETAP is framed as a response to national talent shortages in cybersecurity and a way to build durable capacity by starting earlier in the education pipeline, supporting the people who teach and guide students, and promoting cybersecurity awareness as a community-wide priority tied to national security and critical infrastructure protection.Apply for DHS 23 CISA 127 CDET 0001
- The Department of Homeland Security, Office of Procurement Operations - Grants Division in the business and commerce, education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 97.127.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 23, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 25, 2023 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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