Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. _____________ 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
Introduced by Representative 
BRIAN DANIEL POE LLAMANZARES, PhD, MNSA 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
AN ACT ESTABLISHING CYBERSECURITY SALARY STANDARDIZATION, 
INCENTIVES, AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS, AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
The Philippines is increasingly reliant on digital technologies to power its government 
operations, economic activities, and public services. Along with these advancements, however, 
comes a surge in cyber threats that endanger national security, disrupt essential services, and 
compromise sensitive information of citizens and institutions. Recent global and domestic cyber 
incidents underscore the urgent need for a highly skilled and resilient cybersecurity workforce 
within the public sector. 
Despite the country’s progress in establishing cybersecurity policies and infrastructures, 
the government continues to face significant challenges in attracting and retaining top-tier 
cybersecurity professionals. Highly trained experts often migrate to the private sector or abroad 
due to more competitive compensation packages, clearer career growth opportunities, and 
continuous skill development programs. This talent gap weakens the ability of the State to 
effectively defend its digital assets against evolving cyber threats. 
The proposed measure, the “Cybersecurity Workforce Advancement Act” seeks to 
address this gap by establishing a comprehensive framework for developing and sustaining a 
world-class cybersecurity workforce for the Philippine government. Specifically, the bill aims to: 
August 28, 2025
5:45 pm
4186


1. Establish a Salary and Career Framework that benchmarks compensation and career
progression for government cybersecurity professionals against private sector standards,
ensuring competitiveness and merit-based advancement.
2. Implement Strategic Incentives such as bonuses tied to professional certifications,
advanced training, and performance-based achievements to encourage continuous skill
development.
3. Develop a Talent Pipeline through scholarships, fellowships, and training programs in
partnership with academic institutions and the private sector, with service obligations to
ensure government benefit.
4. Create a Cybersecurity Reserve Corps composed of private sector and academic experts
who may be mobilized during national cyber emergencies to augment government
defenses.
5. Provide Adequate Funding through initial and sustained appropriations to guarantee the
effectiveness of these initiatives.
By investing in its cybersecurity professionals, the State not only safeguards its digital
infrastructure but also ensures the continuity of government services, the protection of critical 
national assets, and the trust of the Filipino people in the country’s digital future. 
In view of the foregoing, the immediate passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
HON. BRIAN DANIEL POE LLAMANZARES, PhD, MNSA 
Representative 
FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-List 


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
House Bill No. _____________ 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
Introduced by Representative 
BRIAN DANIEL POE LLAMANZARES, PhD, MNSA 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
AN ACT ESTABLISHING CYBERSECURITY SALARY STANDARDIZATION, 
INCENTIVES, AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS, AND FOR OTHER 
PURPOSES 
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress 
assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title – This Act shall be known as the "Cybersecurity Workforce 
Advancement Act of 2025." 
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy – It is the policy of the State to proactively secure its digital 
infrastructure by building a world-class, resilient, and highly skilled cybersecurity workforce 
within the public sector. The State shall establish a comprehensive framework to attract, recruit, 
retain, and continuously develop top-tier cybersecurity professionals, including ethical hackers, 
incident responders, forensic analysts, and security architects, by providing competitive 
compensation, clear career paths, and robust training programs. 
SECTION 3. Objectives – This Act aims to: 
(a) Establish a competitive and transparent salary standardization framework and career
progression system for government cybersecurity professionals.
(b) Implement a robust incentives program that rewards skill development and
performance-based achievements.
4186


(c)​Create a sustainable talent pipeline through scholarships, fellowships, and strategic 
partnerships with academia and the private sector. 
(d)​Develop a rapid-response Cybersecurity Reserve Corps to augment government 
capabilities during national emergencies. 
SECTION 4. Cybersecurity Salary and Career Framework – The Department of Budget and 
Management (DBM), the Civil Service Commission (CSC), and the Department of Information 
and Communications Technology (DICT) shall collaborate to establish a Cybersecurity Career 
and Compensation Framework that includes: 
(a)​A tiered system of cybersecurity job classifications (e.g., Cybersecurity Analyst I, II, 
Senior, and Principal). 
(b)​Competitive salary grades for these positions, benchmarked against comparable roles in 
the private sector and with the flexibility to exceed existing salary caps where justified by 
critical skills or market demand. 
(c)​Clear career pathways that define the technical skills, certifications, and experience 
required for progression from entry-level to leadership roles. 
SECTION 5. Promotion and Retention 
The CSC shall ensure that: 
(a)​Merit-based promotions are prioritized for cybersecurity professionals who demonstrate 
exceptional performance and acquire advanced skills. 
(b)​A performance-based incentive fund is established to provide discretionary bonuses for 
personnel who exceed performance targets or achieve significant milestones in protecting 
critical government systems. 
SECTION 6. Strategic Certification and Skill Incentives 
The DICT shall administer a program that provides: 
(a)​Performance-based bonuses for government cybersecurity personnel who obtain and 
maintain high-value, industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CISSP, OSCP, GIAC). The 
amount of the bonus shall be tiered and tied to the level and complexity of the 
certification. 
(b)​Reimbursement for certification exam fees and related training costs upon successful 
completion. 
(c)​Priority access to advanced training, workshops, and conferences for certified 
professionals. 
SECTION 7. Cybersecurity Fellowship and Scholarship Programs 


The DICT, in collaboration with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the 
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), shall establish a National 
Cybersecurity Talent Program that offers: 
(a)​Full scholarships for undergraduate and graduate degrees in cybersecurity-related fields, 
including stipends and book allowances. 
(b)​Internship and residency placements within government cybersecurity units (e.g., 
CERT-PH, DICT's National Cybersecurity Center). 
(c)​Recipients of the program must commit to a service obligation of at least two (2) years in 
a government cybersecurity role for every one (1) year of support received. 
SECTION 8. Public-Private Partnerships and the Cybersecurity Reserve Corps 
The DICT is authorized to: 
(a)​Create a Cybersecurity Reserve Corps comprised of vetted, highly skilled professionals 
from the private sector and academia who can be called upon for short-term, specialized 
service during national cyber emergencies or major security incidents. 
(b)​Engage in partnerships with private companies and industry organizations to establish 
mentorship programs, joint training exercises, and knowledge-sharing forums to enhance 
public sector capabilities. 
SECTION 9. Appropriations 
An initial amount of ₱1 billion is hereby appropriated for the first year of implementation to 
fund: 
(a)​Salary adjustments, strategic bonuses, and incentives. 
(b)​Scholarship, fellowship, and training programs. 
(c)​The establishment and operational costs of the Cybersecurity Reserve Corps. 
(d)​Subsequent funding shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. 
SECTION 10. Implementing Rules and Regulations – Within one hundred twenty (120) days 
of this Act's effectivity, the DICT, DBM, and CSC, in consultation with relevant stakeholders, 
shall issue the necessary Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) to ensure the efficient and 
effective implementation of this Act. 
SECTION 11. Separability Clause – If any provision of this Act is declared unconstitutional or 
invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. 
SECTION 12. Repealing Clause – All laws, executive orders, or regulations inconsistent with 
this Act are hereby repealed or amended accordingly. 


SECTION 13. Effectivity Clause – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days after its 
publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two (2) national newspapers of general 
circulation. 
Approved,  
 
 
HON. BRIAN DANIEL POE LLAMANZARES, PhD, MNSA 
Representative 
FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-List