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On September 18, 2014, the Florida workforce analysis highlighted the importance of shaping IT programs that cater to employer needs, particularly for military families and veterans. With over 245,000 IT jobs and 7,900 cybersecurity positions, Florida ranks high nationally. The initiative aims to support strategic workforce goals by developing relevant courses and certifications, leveraging existing resources from the UWF Center for Cybersecurity. This comprehensive plan targets education and employment opportunities, improving outcomes for military communities while bridging workforce gaps across the state.
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From Workforce Analysis to Program Completion Implementing Information Technology Programs That Meet Employers’ Needs 18 September 2014
Florida By The Numbers • 123,053 Active, Reserve, Civilian DOD Employees • 69,101 Spouses, Dependents • 1,520,563 Vets • 245,000+ IT Jobs (5th in Nation) • 26,000+ IT Companies • $19B+ Total Payroll • 7,900+Cybersecurity Jobs (7th in Nation) • 46% Growth 2007-2013
Project Overview • Support FDSTF Mission, Strategic Goals • Military Families, Veterans • Education, Employment Opportunities • Promote, Grow Missions & Installations • Highly-Skilled IT/Cyber Workforce • Expand, Refine Haas Center Research • Apply Innovation Institute Expertise • Leverage Complete Florida Statewide Network
Haas Center Component • IT/Cyber Labor Market Analysis • Leverage Current Pensacola MSA Data • Expand Data to Include Jacksonville MSA
Innovation Institute Component • Apply Labor Market Analysis • Develop IT/Cybersecurity-Relevant Courses, Certificates, Industry Certifications • UWF Center for Cybersecurity • Promote To Military & Defense Communities
Complete Florida Component • Leverages Innovative Educational Capabilities • Priority Given to Military, Veteran Population • Delivers Instruction Online & Statewide
Outcomes & Metrics • Narrows IT/Cyber Workforce Gap Statewide • Enhances Florida’s National Reputation for Military Friendliness • Labor Market Analytic Report • Course, Certificate, Industry Certification Development & Delivery • Student Completion Rates
Conclusion • Supports Florida’s Military & Defense Communities • Improves Florida’s Education & Employment Prospects • Leverages Existing UWF & Statewide Assets, Capabilities