Standardization of cyber assignment incentive pay for members of the Armed Forces

(a) In general Subchapter III of chapter 5 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section: 375. Standardization of cyber assignment incentive pay (a) Policy The Secretary of Defense shall establish and implement a standardized policy for cyber assignment incentive pay applicable to all members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force performing qualifying cyber operations roles. (b) Elements The policy under subsection (a) shall— (1) define uniform eligibility criteria based on work-role certification, mission assignment, and readiness requirements; (2) establish a tiered pay structure based on proficiency levels and operational demands; (3) ensure parity in pay rates and qualification standards throughout the armed forces specified in subsection (a); (4) provide guidance for continuation of cyber assignment incentive pay during moves relating to changes of permanent station, subject to continued eligibility; and (5) include procedures for periodic review and adjustment of cyber assignment incentive pay rates to reflect evolving mission needs and market competitiveness. (c) Cyber assignment incentive pay defined In this section, the term cyber assignment incentive pay means special pay authorized under this chapter for members of the armed forces assigned to designated cyber operations roles.. (b) Briefing Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall brief the congressional defense committees on the implementation of section 375 of title 37, United States Code, as added by subsection (a) of this section, including any anticipated impacts on recruitment, retention, and readiness of cyber personnel.