CISA will ramp up hiring in 2026 to recover from staffing losses under the Trump administration and address national security threats, particularly from China. The agency aims to fill key vacancies and improve its workforce strategy, including hiring state cybersecurity coordinators and enhancing partnerships with educational institutions.

IBM will triple its entry-level hiring in the US during 2026, despite challenges in the job market due to AI. The company aims to expand hiring across various departments, although it did not share specific numbers.

A recent survey reveals that most companies are slowing entry-level hiring due to the rise of AI. As automation transforms job roles, 71% of organizations predict challenges in training future leaders, while 69% foresee reduced on-the-job learning opportunities for junior employees.

Many American companies are opting to maintain or even reduce their workforce, betting that artificial intelligence can handle increased sales and operational demands without additional hiring. Firms like JPMorgan Chase and RTX are leading the trend, citing a cautious approach to hiring in an uncertain economic climate.