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MATBOCK Monday – ARES Drone Pack Series

Monday, June 15th, 2026

MATBOCK has been watching how operators actually use their gear, and what they saw was a lot of Graverobber™ bags showing up in drone operations. Rather than let users continue to adapt a medical pack to a mission set it wasn’t designed for, MATBOCK did what MATBOCK does, they went back to the drawing board and built something purpose-built. The result is the new ARES Drone Series, two packs built from the ground up to support drone assault operations, carrying the DNA of the Graverobber™ line but optimized specifically for drone operations.

ARES Drone Assault Pack

The smaller of the two, the ARES Drone Assault Pack mirrors the form factor of the Graverobber™ Assault Medic (GRAM) bag but is purpose-configured for drone ops. Each kit ships with the pack, an insert panel with shoulder straps, two ARES Drone Assault Panels with bungee cords and cordlocks, and three Graverobber™ Assault Pouches. It can also be mounted directly to the larger ARES Drone Sustainment Pack for expanded capacity when the mission calls for it. You can also mount the ARES Drone Assault Pack directly onto a rigid frame or using the shoulder straps. A lot of options to carry the pack.

Specs of the ARES Drone Assault Pack:

Material: Ghost & Ghost Light Weight: 3.4 lbs (1.52 kg) Dimensions: 15″ L x 12″ W x 6″ H Max Volume: 1,507 cubic inches (24.7 liters) Available in Black, Coyote and Multicam®

ARES Drone Sustainment Pack

Built off the Graverobber™ Sustainment platform, the ARES Drone Sustainment Pack runs as a standalone or can be combined with the Assault Pack to significantly extend operational capacity.

Each comes with the main pack, two ARES Drone Sustainment Panels with bungee cords and cordlocks, three Graverobber™ Sustainment Pouches, and an ARES Sustainment head pouch with extension pouch. It’s designed to fit on military-style rigid frames, and an optional Mystery Ranch NICE Frame can be purchased through MATBOCK.

Specs of the ARES Drone Sustainment Pack:

Material: Ghost & Ghost Light Weight: 4.2 lbs (1.94 kg) Dimensions: 27″ L x 14″ W x 11″ H Max Volume: 3,377 cubic inches (55.3 liters) Available in Black, Coyote and Multicam®

Both packs are built with MATBOCK’s Ghost materials and carry the same modular, operator-driven philosophy that’s made the Graverobber™ series so successful on the battlefield. MATBOCK has entered the chat.

Check out the full ARES Drone Series at www.matbock.com/collections/packs/Drone and reach out to sales@matbock.com to get a unit quote started today.

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BFG Monday: Load Carriage Has to Change Without Breaking What Already Works

Monday, June 15th, 2026

Load carriages are too heavy, but starting over completely is not realistic for Big Army.

That is the hard part of modernization. The Army does not just need lighter gear. It needs lighter gear that works inside the system already fielded.

Plate carriers, pouches, belts, rucks, vehicles, sustainment plans, training requirements, and unit SOPs are all connected. Change one piece too aggressively, and you can create new problems faster than you solve old ones.

Military leaders understand that reducing Soldier load is critical to improving mobility, increasing endurance, maintaining survivability, and preserving combat effectiveness. The Army has spent decades studying the impact of Soldier load and pursuing modernization efforts designed to improve human performance without reducing combat capability.

The problem is that weight reduction is rarely as simple as replacing equipment.

Every piece of gear lives inside a larger system. A pouch is not just a pouch. It connects to an attachment method, which connects to a carrier, belt, chest rig, or ruck. That equipment connects to how a unit trains, packs, moves, sustains itself, and fights. When a new solution forces units to replace too much at once, it can create cost, logistics, training, and fielding friction that slows adoption.

That is why compatibility matters.

In load carriage, compatibility is not just a convenience feature. It is part of the performance requirements. A solution that reduces weight but requires wholesale replacement may look good on paper, but it can create a new burden for the units expected to field it. A solution that reduces weight while working with existing MOLLE and PALS infrastructure can move faster because it respects how units operate.

That is the balance modernization has to strike.

Photo courtesy of U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Olivia Bithell

Soldiers need less weight. Units need less disruption. Leaders need solutions that improve performance without creating another layer of complexity across the formation.

For years, new requirements often meant adding more material, more components, and more bulk. Individually, those decisions made sense. Collectively, they added pounds to the Soldier’s load. More pouches. More webbing. More hardware. More attachment points. More things to manage, inspect, maintain, and carry.

The opportunity now is to reverse that trend.

Not by reducing capability, but by removing unnecessary weight from the systems Soldiers already depend on.

That is where Blue Force Gear has focused from the beginning. The goal was never to create change for the sake of change. The goal was to reduce burden while preserving the platforms, habits, and interoperability units already trusted.

Helium Whisper was built around that exact problem. Traditional MOLLE pouch back panels relied on numerous individual pieces, layers, snaps, stiffeners, and sewn components. Blue Force Gear reduced that complexity by creating a lighter, simpler, laser-cut attachment system built from advanced ULTRACOMP material. The result is a pouch attachment system that reduces weight by up to 50% while remaining fully compatible with existing MOLLE and PALS platforms.

That distinction matters.

Helium Whisper does not require units to abandon their current armor carriers, belts, chest rigs, rucks, or issued platforms. It does not ask them to rebuild their load carriage system from the ground up. It gives them a way to remove weight from the equipment they already carry.

That is how meaningful modernization becomes realistic.

A lighter pouch matters. A lighter pouch that fits the equipment already fielded matters more. A lighter pouch that reduces weight, eliminates unnecessary components, sheds water, maintains strength, and works within the existing MOLLE ecosystem gives units a practical path forward.

The future of load carriage should not create another transition burden.

It should make the current system better.

This is where the conversation has to move. The question is not whether load carriage should evolve. It should. The question is how to evolve it in a way that improves Soldier performance without sacrificing the training, equipment, and interoperability already in place.

The answer is not to replace everything.

It is to improve what Soldiers already carry.

One ounce at a time.

Explore lightweight load carriage solutions from Blue Force Gear.

For units seeking to increase survivability and operational performance through reduced load carriage by upgrading to Helium Whisper, contact the Blue Force Gear Military Department or visit BlueForceGear.com.

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11th Airborne Division Launches First-Ever “Angel Ascent” to Accelerate Soldier-Driven Innovation and Arctic Readiness

Monday, June 15th, 2026

The 11th Airborne Division hosted its inaugural “Angel Ascent” innovation event at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson this week, marking a major milestone in the division’s commitment to warfighting transformation and Soldier-driven solutions for the Arctic’s unique operational challenges.

The event, modeled as a “Shark Tank-style” pitch competition, brought together Soldiers from across the division to present their innovative solutions to a panel of senior leaders and subject matter experts from various industries and organizations, including the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the 673rd Air Base Wing, DEVCOM, and the U.S. Army Arctic Regions Test Center (ARTC). Angel Ascent will become a bi-annual fixture, alternating between JBER and Fort Wainwright, and is designed to harness the ingenuity of Soldiers at every rank, empowering them to drive continuous transformation in support of the Army’s warfighting mission and the profession of arms.

Maj. Gen. John P. Cogbill, commanding general of the 11th Airborne Division, emphasized the impact of Soldier-driven innovation on the division’s transformation. “The hardest part of today was picking a winner, because every Soldier who stepped into the arena to pitch their idea is a winner,” Cogbill said. “Each of these innovative solutions will be prioritized in our division’s innovation plan. My promise is that every one of these ideas will continue to move forward because we want to see them scale and make a difference on the ground.”

Over the course of the day, junior enlisted Soldiers, warrant officers, and officers presented a range of technology concepts and process improvements aimed at enhancing Arctic mobility, survivability, and mission effectiveness. Among the technologies and concepts pitched were cold-weather power solutions, advanced load carriage systems, and new approaches to Arctic sustainment.

The top award went to “Wardrive,” a passive reconnaissance small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) payload that detects adversary wireless emissions and automatically uploads and reports location data back to the operator. Wardrive was developed and pitched by WO1 Brian Raab of the 2/11 Multi-Functional Reconnaissance Company.

“We may not be a Transformation in Contact division, but you wouldn’t know it if you talked to our Soldiers or saw what’s happening here,” Cogbill said. “Our division is transforming because we have innovators at every level, figuring out how to fight, adapt, and win in the Arctic.”

Cogbill also highlighted the importance of partnerships and the division’s unique expertise. “Alaska presents challenges you won’t find anywhere else, and our Soldiers are the subject matter experts in solving them. We’re working with universities and industry partners to turn these ideas into real-world solutions that will save lives and make our Army more lethal and resilient.”

The event underscores the Army’s commitment to continuous transformation, strengthening the Army profession, and leveraging the full potential of its people. Angel Ascent aligns with the Army People Strategy and the Department of Defense’s focus on accelerating warfighting advantage through innovation.

“We’re going to keep pushing, keep growing, and keep learning from each other,” Cogbill said. “This is just the start of a culture of innovation that will define the 11th Airborne Division and set the standard for the Army.”

By MAJ Ian Roth

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Army Commissions Second Cohort of Tech Executives into Executive Innovation Corps

Sunday, June 14th, 2026

JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL, Va. — The U.S. Army commissioned its second cohort of senior technology leaders into the Executive Innovation Corps, known as Detachment 201, during a ceremony June 10 at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.

Detachment 201 is a specialized Army Reserve unit designed to bridge the gap between private-sector innovation and military modernization. It reflects the War Department’s broader push to leverage private-sector technical capabilities to address complex national security and defense challenges.

The program selects applicants who are highly skilled civilian technology professionals at the executive or C-suite level to serve as part-time strategic advisers. These officers use their advanced expertise in commercial tech and private industry to offer a different perspective and advise senior Army leaders on solving military problems.

The three newly commissioned officers of Cohort 2 are Dane Knecht, chief technology officer of Cloudflare; Sam Pallura, managing director and chief technology officer of Sutter Hill Ventures; and Serkan Piantino, co-founder of Facebook AI Research and former vice president of products at Reddit.

The officers shared their perspectives on joining the unit:

“I was drawn to Detachment 201 because it’s a unique opportunity to apply private-sector technical expertise to national defense challenges,” Knecht said. “I’m excited to contribute to helping the Army innovate and maintain a strategic advantage.”

Pallura, whose father served in the US military, pointed to his desire to help solve some of the Army’s most critical problems. “The Army’s most pressing technology challenges in AI, cyber defense, and large-scale distributed systems require leaders who can evaluate a technical architecture in the morning and advise a general in the afternoon,” he said.

Piantino noted the shifting nature of global conflict. “As the character of warfare evolves, the armed forces must rapidly adapt to new domains and prepare for continued technological change,” he said. “Those who have the experience to contribute to that mission have a duty to offer their service.”

The program’s inaugural cohort, launched last year, commissioned four other leading innovators from the tech sector, including Shyam Sankar, chief technology officer at Palantir; Andrew “Boz” Bosworth, chief technology officer at Meta; Bob McGrew, former research lead at OpenAI and current advisor at Thinking Machines Lab; and Kevin Weil, former chief product officer at OpenAI.

Over the past year, the pilot cohort of Detachment 201 has provided strategic counsel on the Army’s critical challenges. Their work has influenced key initiatives, including munitions supply chain data analysis, Organic Industrial Base investments, and foundational strategies for autonomous systems and counter-drone technologies.

The Army’s acquisition pipeline for highly skilled talent is managed through the modernized Direct Commissioning Program, which has been overhauled to compete more effectively with the private sector for technical talent. By streamlining the centralized application process, the military has reduced the onboarding timeline from more than 18 months to approximately six months. This pathway allows senior corporate leaders to serve in uniform part-time without abandoning their civilian careers.

For more information on the Direct Commissioning Program, visit www.army.mil/dcp.

By U.S. Army Public Affairs

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Air Commandos Make History: 492nd, 919th SOW Airmen Graduate Argentine Mountain School

Saturday, June 13th, 2026

BARILOCHE, Argentina — For the first time in United States Air Force history, two Airmen have successfully completed the rigorous mountain warfare course at the Escuela Militar de Montaña in Bariloche, Argentina, according to Director of the Argentine Mountain Warfare School, Col. Ignacio García Solórzano. The graduation of members from the 492nd Special Operations Wing and the 919th Special Operations Wing marks a major milestone, representing the first time in 20 years that any U.S. military personnel have completed the prestigious school.

Set in the unforgiving, rugged terrain of Patagonia, the mountain school is designed to push students to their absolute physical and mental limits. These Air Commandos faced a demanding curriculum focused on high-altitude operations, specialized cold-weather survival, and moving quickly through mountainous landscapes. Over several weeks, they mastered advanced rock climbing, complex rope safety techniques, and the use of single-rope bridges to cross dangerous mountain rivers.

“Prior to attending this school, I had completed extensive land navigation training in steep mountain terrain, hiked glaciers, and completed several multi-day trips. Nothing compared to the level of mountaineering we would endure during this course,” said the participating Airman from the 919th SOW. “They took what I had previously considered intense hiking and went vertical. While I had some experience, this school introduced an entirely new element: multi-pitch rock climbing.”

Beyond the tactical skills acquired, the training served as a vital platform to strengthen the strategic partnership between the United States and Argentina. U.S. Airmen trained alongside their Argentinean military counterparts, integrating into combined teams on dangerous terrain. This shared experience fostered mutual trust and “interoperability” — the ability for different nations’ militaries to work together seamlessly during a mission. The integration was so successful that one of the U.S. Airmen was voted by their classmates to receive the “Best Teammate Award,” a powerful testament to the camaraderie and mutual respect.

After initially graduating, both Air Commandos were invited to stay for the school’s instructor course. They both successfully graduated from this advanced cadre training and received an invitation from the Argentinean military to return as guest instructors for future iterations of the mountain school.

“When you look back at the legacy of the original Carpetbaggers in World War II, they forged new alliances through innovative intelligence and the drive to accomplish the impossible,” said Col. Zak Blom, 492nd SOW commander. “By mastering this course and becoming instructors alongside our Argentinean partners, these Airmen are writing the next chapter of that legacy — tackling challenges that haven’t been touched by U.S. forces in decades.”

Col. Scott Hurrelbrink, 919th SOW commander, echoed the significance of the accomplishment.

“What these Air Commandos achieved in Patagonia is nothing short of historic,” Hurrelbrink said. “By conquering this environment and bridging a two-decade gap with Argentina, they proved the unwavering strength and reach of our international alliances.”

Breaking a two-decade hiatus since the last U.S. military participation in 2006, these achievements signal a renewed and highly active commitment to military cooperation between the two nations. By sending Air Force Special Operations Command personnel to one of South America’s premier mountain warfare schools and having them recognized as elite instructors, the U.S. Air Force is reinvigorating critical alliances in the region.

The successful completion of this course and the follow-on instructor training by the 492nd and 919th SOW Airmen directly enhances the global posture of U.S. special operations forces. By mastering mobility, survival, and instruction in extreme mountain conditions alongside international partners, these Air Commandos ensure they remain adaptable, lethal, and fully prepared to lead complex missions in any climb and any place.

Story by Elizabeth Easterling and MSgt Jonathan D McCallum

492d Special Operations Wing

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Spearheading the Spectrum: How CPT Curtis Hart is Driving Acquisition Reform and Electromagnetic Dominance for PdM EWI

Saturday, June 13th, 2026

In an era where the battlefield is increasingly defined by invisible frequencies and data dominance, the Army Acquisition Corps is under a clear mandate: deliver capabilities faster, smarter, and with the Soldier at the center of the design process. It is a daunting task that requires moving away from the sluggish procurement cycles of the past and embracing agile, iterative modernization.

Product Manager Electronic Warfare Integration (PdM EWI) is proud to highlight a leader who isn’t just adapting to these acquisition reforms—he is defining them. MeetCapt. Curtis Hart, Assistant Product Manager (APM) for PdM EWI.

In his short but profoundly impactful tenure, Hart has become a catalyst for change. He stands at the forefront of the Army’s electromagnetic warfare modernization, bringing a rare blend of technical acumen, operational experience, and a relentless commitment to the warfighter.

Bridging the Gap to Next-Gen Command and Control

Hart’s portfolio spans the full spectrum of Army electromagnetic warfare. He is charged with supporting the legacy Electronic Warfare Planning and Management Tool (EWPMT) while concurrently driving the development of the cutting-edge Electromagnetic Warfare Command and Control (EWC2) the Army’s web application aligned with Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2).

Managing a transition of this magnitude is a classic acquisition challenge, but under Hart’s guidance, EWC2 has rapidly evolved into a modern, web-based application. Today, it provides commanders with real-time Electromagnetic Operating Picture (EOP) visualization and critical decision support. His leadership has been instrumental in bridging the gap between legacy systems and the NGC2 architecture, ensuring warfighters are seamlessly equipped with the tools necessary to dominate the spectrum.

Transformation in Contact: Speed to Relevance

At the heart of the Department of War’s acquisition reform is the concept of “Transformation in Contact” (TiC) — the ability to iteratively field, test, and refine capabilities directly with operational units. Throughout his time with Project Manager Electromagnetic Warfare & Collection (PM EW&C), Hart has been the tip of the spear for these global operational engagements.

He serves as the primary facilitator for training, fielding, and equipping Soldiers on both EWPMT and EWC2. By orchestrating these activities, he directly supports the Army’s flagship NGC2 experimentation efforts with the 4th Infantry Division (4ID) and the 25th Infantry Division (25ID).

A prime example of Hart’s impact is his leadership during the Ivy Sting exercise series. He successfully facilitated the integration of EWC2 with 4ID’s NGC2 architecture, enabling the division to conduct electromagnetic warfare operations in a fully modernized environment. This integration is not just a localized win; it is a foundational steppingstone for Project Convergence Capstone 6 (PC-C6) and a scalable model for future Army-wide adoption.

“Capt. Hart is a creative thinker who always brings a solution to the problem, he is spearheading Army Acquisition Reform by leading the charge on NGC2 TiC engagements,” said Lt. Col. Troy Merkel, Product Manager EWI. “His ability to bridge operational needs with acquisition innovation is setting a new standard for the Army.”

Closing the Loop: Soldier-Centered Design

Perhaps the most shining example of Hart’s alignment with modern acquisition reform is how he champions Soldier-centered design. Recognizing that the best software is builtwiththe user, not justforthe user, he revolutionized how PM EWI handles feedback from the field.

Hart incorporated a Human Systems Integration (HSI) Subject Matter Expert into the team to build a streamlined, online feedback loop. Now, Soldiers can complete assessments while in the field, sending critical usability data directly to the developers. This close collaboration, particularly with the 4ID CEMA Cell, successfully aligned EWC2 with real-world operational needs, posturing the division for success in exercises like Ivy Mass and beyond. It is the epitome of agile software development in action.

The Leader Behind the Mission

Hart’s drive is forged by profound operational experience. Commissioned in 2016, he served in field artillery units at Fort Bliss, TX, and Fort Drum, NY, and deployed to Iraq in 2023 and Afghanistan from 2020 to 2021.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from James Madison University and, highly fitting for his current role, a Master of Science in Systems Engineering Management from the Naval Postgraduate School. When he isn’t driving modernization efforts, Hart enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two children, hitting the golf course, and tackling DIY projects at home.

Hart’s relentless drive, innovative spirit, and unwavering commitment to Soldiers are setting the pace for Army Acquisition Reform. He proves that with the right leadership, the acquisition process can be as agile and lethal as the forces it supports. He is, without question, a true superstar of the PdM EWI and a model for the next generation of Army Acquisition leaders.

Courtesy Story

Capability Program Executive – Intelligence & Spectrum Warfare

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FirstSpear Friday Focus: Weapons Retention Catch

Friday, June 12th, 2026

There are enough things trying to separate you from mission success, your weapon shouldn’t be one of them. The FirstSpear WEAPONS RETENTION CATCH was built to secure carbines, sub guns, and shotguns to your kit while keeping them immediately accessible when it’s time to get back in the fight. Designed to attach to virtually any platform, it provides a simple, effective solution for weapon retention without adding unnecessary complexity.

At its core, the WEAPONS RETENTION CATCH combines a durable 3/16″ nylon bungee cord with rugged 500D Cordura®, delivering the stretch and resilience needed for hard use. Jacquard webbing connects the assembly to a pair of GrimLOC™ carabiners, creating a streamlined system that’s easy to mount, adjust, and reposition based on mission requirements. Whether you’re climbing, treating a casualty, breaching, or simply moving through tight spaces, the WEAPONS RETENTION CATCH helps keep your weapon secure and out of the way.

Built for military personnel, law enforcement officers, and prepared professionals who demand reliable equipment, the Weapons Retention Catch delivers dependable weapon security without sacrificing speed or accessibility. Purpose-built to secure your weapon without slowing down the operator behind it.

To request an estimate click image above or visit First-Spear.com/Request-For-Estimate. FirstSpear is the premier source for cutting-edge tactical gear for military, law enforcement and those who train. For more information visit First-Spear.com.

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Department of War Establishes Cyber Mastery Incentive Pay

Friday, June 12th, 2026

The Department of War (DoW) is launching the Cyber Mastery Incentive Pay (C-MIP) program, a key effort in the Secretary of War’s Project Patriot Pipeline initiative, and an important step toward hardening our cyber defenses and strengthening our Defense Industrial Base capacity to compete in the cyber domain.

C-MIP fundamentally modernizes how the Department incentivizes its Cyberspace Operations Forces (COF) assigned to U.S. Cyber Command. The C-MIP Framework provides DoW a powerful tool to build and drive an elite corps of cyber warfighters ready to dominate in the digital battlespace. As part of the broader Secretary of War-approved CYBERCOM 2.0 effort, C-MIP is a forward-looking, multi-layered incentive framework that promotes domain mastery within our most critical cyber work roles.

“Cyber domain capabilities are high-demand, low-density skill sets critical to our daily warfighting operations. To incentivize our cyber forces and meet both Department of War and Defense Industrial Base needs, we need to shed legacy incentive models and invest directly in our people serving on the digital front lines. C-MIP does this,” said Anthony J. Tata, Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness. “It is a strategic initiative to attract, develop, and retain the specialized workforce needed to counter threats, deter aggression, and dominate the cyber domain.” The C-MIP program moves beyond one-size-fits-all incentive models to a flexible and cumulative system that directly links pay to certified skill mastery and the performance of exceptionally demanding duties.

“C-MIP fundamentally changes our approach by incentivizing the pursuit of deep, technical, and career-long expertise,” said Katie Sutton, Assistant Secretary of War for Cyber Policy. “By breaking down the bureaucratic norms of government incentives, this framework enables increased lethality by driving the skills, roles, and duties most vital to mission success. New incentive frameworks normally take years to develop, but the CYBERCOM 2.0 team has driven this outcome in 60 days. This framework ultimately sends a clear signal to our cyber warriors that the Department values the skills necessary to outpace and prevail against our Nation’s adversaries by incentivizing Service Members’ commitment to cyber domain mastery.”

The C-MIP program features two distinct and cumulative layers:

Skill Incentive Pay (SIP): The foundational layer that directly rewards an individual’s demonstrated work role skill level — Basic, Senior, or Master — established by U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). This layer creates a clear and compelling path for our cyber warriors to pursue continuous technical growth.

Special Duty Pay (SDAP): A monthly incentive for members performing duties that USCYBERCOM designates as exceptionally demanding. This pay recognizes the specialists who scale their skills across the force by serving as instructors, certified work role trainers, and in advanced cyber duties.

The Assistant Secretary of War for Cyber Policy (ASW-CP) will oversee the execution of the C-MIP framework. The ASW-CP will closely partner with the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (USW(P&R)), U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM), and the Military Departments to ensure the framework remains agile to warfighter requirements. General Joshua M. Rudd, Commander of USCYBERCOM, stated, “I’m excited about what C-MIP represents. Our warfighters take on complex missions that demand extraordinary commitment and technical expertise. We need to ensure that commitment is being recognized, especially when our operators step into our most demanding roles.”

Taking effect October 1, 2026, the C-MIP program launches a new era of cyber talent management. By aligning a competitive incentive model with Secretary Hegseth’s strategic vision, the Department of War begins to unleash our Nation’s potential to build and sustain world-class cyber forces for years to come.

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