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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 NICE 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 cybersecurity workforces  and helps learners explore cybersecurity work and engage in learning activities to develop their capabilities

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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.
 

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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.
 

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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. 
 

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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.
 

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