Report: New U.S. Cyber Force Would Cost $10-11 Billion

A commission report released this week estimates that creating a dedicated U.S. Cyber Force would require initial funding of at least $10 billion. The same analysis puts the upper end of startup costs at $11 billion, according to separate coverage of the document.

The report outlines that the budget would cover personnel, infrastructure, and operational systems needed to stand up the new service. It does not specify a timeline for when those funds would be appropriated or spent.

The commission's findings will now be reviewed by defense officials and congressional committees responsible for military organization and budgets. No decisions on whether to proceed with a separate Cyber Force have been announced.