The Department of Defense Cyber Academic Engagement Office is offering this grant to provide essential program support to designated National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity posture by enhancing educational programs, fostering innovative research, and developing a skilled cybersecurity workforce. Recipients of this grant are expected to utilize the support to expand their capabilities, improve curriculum, conduct cutting-edge research, and prepare students for critical roles in cybersecurity. The grant aims to bolster academic institutions’ contributions to national security through robust cyber talent development and knowledge creation. Detailed task requirements and specific objectives for the program support are available in the comprehensive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) document.
Opportunity ID: 359986
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ003425NFOEASD08 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DoD Cyber Academic Engagement Office Program Support Grants to National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.903 — GenCyber Grants Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 14, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 10, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $11,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards will only be made to California State University at San Bernadino, Whatcom Community College, University of West Florida, and the University of Alabama at Huntsville. No other applicants will be considered. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Washington Headquarters Services |
| Description: |
See the PDF NFO for details of the tasks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael J Fanizzo
Grantor Email:michael.j.fanizzo.civ@mail.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Specific changes made to award values and tasks. Removed language is marked with strikethrough marks and followed by corrected language. | Jul 14, 2025 | |
| Jul 11, 2025 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ003425NFOEASD08 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DoD Cyber Academic Engagement Office Program Support Grants to National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.903 — GenCyber Grants Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 14, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 10, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $11,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards will only be made to California State University at San Bernadino, Whatcom Community College, University of West Florida, and the University of Alabama at Huntsville. No other applicants will be considered. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Washington Headquarters Services |
| Description: |
See the PDF NFO for details of the tasks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael J Fanizzo
Grantor Email:michael.j.fanizzo.civ@mail.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ003425NFOEASD08 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DoD Cyber Academic Engagement Office Program Support Grants to National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.903 — GenCyber Grants Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 11, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 10, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $11,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Awards will only be made to California State University at San Bernadino, Whatcom Community College, University of West Florida, and the University of Alabama at Huntsville. No other applicants will be considered. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Washington Headquarters Services |
| Description: |
See the PDF NFO for details of the tasks. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michael J Fanizzo
Grantor Email:michael.j.fanizzo.civ@mail.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 359986 Full Announcement-NFO -> H08 NFO CIO CAEO HQ003425NFOEASD08 14 July.pdf
Folder 359986 Full Announcement-NFO -> H08 NFO CIO CAEO HQ003425NFOEASD08.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Michael J Fanizzo Grantor Email: michael.j.fanizzo.civ@mail.mil |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.903 | PKG00291176 | Jul 11, 2025 | Aug 11, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
359986 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
359986 SF424A-1.0.pdf
359986 SF424B-1.1.pdf
359986 Project_AbstractSummary_2_0-2.0.pdf
359986 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
359986 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
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