This legislation requires the Secretary of Defense to develop a comprehensive cyber workforce strategy by January 31, 2027. This strategy, developed through key Department of Defense officials, aims to enhance the Department's cyber capabilities and address critical workforce needs. The accompanying report to Congress must include an assessment of the previous 2023-2027 strategy and a detailed analysis of the existing Defense Cyber Workforce Framework . It will identify progress, remaining gaps, and any issues or roadblocks encountered during implementation, along with proposed adjustments and steps taken to overcome challenges. Key provisions involve exploring opportunities to leverage external support from non-Department entities, commercial tools for talent management, and supplementary personnel models like cyber civilian reserves. The strategy must also review work roles for artificial intelligence, data science, and data engineering to align with industry standards, integrate academic partnerships, and improve talent acquisition and skill development. The report will detail resource requirements, budget estimates, and an implementation timeline for the new strategy.