Overview

We are amid the 2020 Global COVID-19 Pandemic, which has fueled an increase in cybercrime, in part, due to remote work and lack of security of work-from-home (WFH) devices. Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave U.S. military service and return to life as civilians, a process known as the military to civilian transition. Veteran unemployment up to nearly 12 percent amid coronavirus crisis. With cybercrime on the rise and vulnerabilities constantly being exposed, it is imperative that organizations take a proactive stance to protecting assets and employing skilled cybersecurity professionals. There are many options currently available for free cyber security training for veterans. So why is Cyber Ohana Project different? Our unique Ohana approach offers much more than just free training; we offer a comprehensive one-stop resource for people who desperately need it, especially in these times of uncertainty and addresses the following business and social issues: 1)Support Vets: Many veterans struggle with transition back to civilian life. Cyber Ohana Project addresses this transition by offering an opportunity to join a community of like-minded professions, the ability to get new training around the cyber-security skill set and certification in demand as well as support for employment. 2)Address Security Threats: Cyber security is a rapidly growing problem for companies of all sizes, IT departments as well as individuals, 3)Fill Industry Staffing Gap: Finally, The New York Times reports a stunning statistic: Cybersecurity Ventures predicts a 3.5M global shortage of talent to fill Cybersecurity jobs by 2021. Community at the Core of our business and Veterans want a renewed sense of purpose. We have a passion to serve the greater good. Cybersecurity threats and resourcing needs increasing, Cyber Ohana Proect looks to fill both technical and non-technical roles that require leadership and decision-making skills not taught in the classroom.