Joint Chiefs of Staff

Overview
The Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) is a group of military leaders in the United States armed forces who advise the civilian government of the United States. The JCS is defined by statute and consists of a Chairman and Vice Chairman appointed by the President, and the Chiefs of service from the four branches of the armed services.

Cybersecurity
The JCS:


 * Maintains Joint Staff country desk officers to liaise with foreign military counterparts in coordination with Defense Attachés and the Department of State.
 * Provides liaison officers to the UN Military mission.
 * Develops and provides professional military education with respect to joint military doctrine, including cyberspace operations, to allied nations.
 * Represents the JCS and provides guidance to other U.S. agencies participating in international efforts via the International Sub-IPC.