Security Info Watch reports the Security Industry Association (SIA) has secured approval from the U.S. Department of Labor for its national program standards establishing a new Apprenticeship initiative for Security Technicians and Installers.  The 12-month program was created to help address the Security Industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline and foster career development opportunities within the industry.  It is designed to develop basic networking, IT and cybersecurity competence among Systems Installers through workplace learning and one-to-one mentoring.  The core competencies covered by the Apprenticeship Program include: Basic hardware and IT security principles; Network security and troubleshooting; Threats, attacks and vulnerabilities; Governance, risk and compliance; Device installation; System integration and testing; and Employability skills.

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