CyberPath opens expressions of interest for pilot

CyberPath, the program designed to professionalise Australia’s cyber security workforce, has opened expressions of interest for early adopters to participate in a pilot of its cyber security workforce frameworks.

The pilot will focus on four occupations: cyber security architect, GRC specialist, chief information security officer (CISO) and SOC analyst.

CyberPath said the roles were selected to represent different areas of cyber security and workforce challenges, providing a way to test the frameworks across varied contexts.

Three participant groups are being recruited: employers, practitioners and aspiring practitioners.

Each will test the relevance, usability and practical value of the frameworks across the four pilot occupations, with feedback used to refine the frameworks ahead of broader release.

In parallel, CyberPath said development of its Recognition and Pathways Frameworks is continuing.

The Recognition Framework is intended to provide a structured approach to assessing and recognising individual competency. The Pathways Framework is designed to help people understand cyber security roles and visualise career options within the profession.

Both will be subject to industry engagement and public consultation as development progresses.

CyberPath is also exploring a cyber guild model aimed at bringing practitioners together around shared standards, capability and professional development.

The concept, it said, draws on international best practice and established approaches to professionalisation, and could strengthen trust, consistency and accountability across the cyber security profession while supporting clearer career pathways.

CyberPath pilot program designed to professionalise Australia’s cyber security workforce, bringing together industry leaders, educators and professionals to shape a national approach to cyber security career development and standards.