The GAO calls on the service to adopt six key recommendations to improve the ability of its staff to respond to cyberattacks.

Former Dept. of Commerce CIO Simon Szykman; Former DHS Executive Director Donna Roy; MITRE’s Dave Powner.

"It's a very, very tough situation with cybersecurity hiring. It's extremely difficult getting the right people with the right skills right now."

The legislation is intended to increase talent exchange between the federal government and private sector.

The department seeks more cybersecurity talent to secure industrial control systems and operational technology.

The guidance comes as government departments look for further ways to hire technology talent.