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This draft report outlines the current cybersecurity posture, strategic objectives, and compliance requirements for the Department of Defense (DoD) as of early 2026. Executive Summary The Department of Defense (DoD) is transitioning from simple compliance toward a "mission risk" model. In response to evolving global threats, particularly from adversaries like China targeting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), the department has centralized policy oversight and accelerated the deployment of Zero Trust architectures. 1. Strategic Policy & Leadership Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy