NICE Framework Resource Center

The NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework) provides a common language to describe cybersecurity work and the knowledge and skills required to complete that work. It is used by large and small employers, educators, and service and tool providers in both public and private sectors and across industries to address the cybersecurity workforce gap and ensure that the Nation has a diverse, prepared workforce ready to face the challenges of today and prepare for the future.

The NICE Framework Components make it easy to tailor the NICE Framework to your objectives. They are used to:

• Promote career discovery and learn about the wide variety of cybersecurity roles
• Support education and curriculum development that supports hands-on learning
• Broaden the hiring pipeline and increase diversity in the cybersecurity workforce 
• Support apprenticeships, competitions, and work-based learning 
• Create job descriptions and assess candidate skills
• Track and plan workforce capabilities 
• Develop employees through role-based training and career planning
• Gather workforce data and research trends

The NICE Framework Resource Center has ideas on how to use the NICE Framework, FAQs and guides, downloadable formats, community resources, and more. If you have questions, contact us at NICEFramework [at] nist.gov (NICEFramework[at]nist[dot]gov). 

Getting Started with the NICE Framework
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 and link to change logs, versioning and release information, and more.
 

NICE Framework Current Versions
If you are ready to dive into the NICE Framework, the Current Versions  page is where you’ll find the publications and components for downloading. The page also links to an online version of the components and translations.
 

NICE Framework Resources
Do you want to explore some resources and tools to support your use of the NICE Framework? We’ve got you covered! From online tools that use the NICE Framework (and that can help you use it, too!) to information about workplace skills, resources by audience, and related frameworks. 
 

Get Support
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. Or visit our Ways to Engage page to find out more.