Information Security Grants

The Department of War (DoW) Cyber Service Academy is a premier talent development program designed to recruit and cultivate the next generation of civilian cybersecurity leaders for the nation. This unique "scholarship-for-service" program provides merit-based scholarships to exceptional undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity-related fields. In return for financial support, participants commit to a period of civilian service with the DoW after graduation, offering them a direct pathway to a dynamic career in public service. The program serves both promising students seeking to enter the field and current DoW civilian and military personnel wishing to advance their expertise. All academic tracks and subsequent career placements are being aligned with the Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF), ensuring that graduates possess the specific knowledge and skills needed to fill critical roles and defend our nation's digital infrastructure. The program also supports partnering academic institutions by offering grants to help them build and enhance their capacity for cyber education.