The U.S. Department of Defense has introduced a new Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct (CSRMC), replacing the outdated Risk Management Framework that was seen as ineffective against modern cyber threats. This new five-phased approach emphasizes dynamic, automated, and continuous risk management integrated with system development and operations to enhance cyber resilience. Despite its innovative design, some experts express skepticism, arguing it may not significantly diverge from the previous framework and could overlook critical aspects like supply chain vulnerabilities and measurable survivability metrics. The CSRMC represents a critical evolution in the U.S. military’s cyber defense strategy, underscoring the necessity for robust measures to counter increasingly sophisticated adversaries in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.