Joint Staff Live, Virtual and Constructive (JLVC) Modernization

The JLVC Modernization continued to aggressively tackle key JLVC technical, infrastructure, and policy gaps to enable high-end training for CCMD Tier 1 exercises. Modernization construct in FY 2026 focused on five levels of effort to close Joint Operational Training Gaps (JOTG) for CCMD Tier 1 training: 1) Fully Informed Simulation Environment (FISE), developing a cross domain-based simulation architecture to deliver OPLAN training capability from TS/SCI to SECRET//REL; 2) Non-Kinetic Effects core capability development within the JLVC; 3) Standardizing JLVC Federation simulation data libraries to ensure data interoperability across the JLVC; 4) Modernizing Service and Combat Support Agencies’ simulation systems for all-domain modeling, incorporating space, cyber, and realistic electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) and information environments; 5) Leverage other transaction authority (OTA) to invest in rapid AI technology integration. In support of capability delivery, an additional LOE (LOE6 (Capability Integration, Test & Delivery)) was added in FY 2026 to anchor JLVC Modernization’s energies to delivering new capabilities, integrating capabilities into the exercise design and planning processes, and training personnel to use new JLVC features. LOE 1 (Fully Informed Simulation Environment) Objective: JLVC Modernization investment plan was developed to support Service and Combat Support Agency model development of TS/SCI-level platform, weapon, sensor, and Joint Fires capabilities. - Kickoff of JWICS Training Enclave expansion at JS J7 Suffolk to enable JLVC models and tools hosting at the TS/SCI level. - Kickoff of Phase 1 of the GoldenEye TS/SCI training network capability. Goal will be to extend the JWICS Training Enclave architecture from JS J7 Suffolk to two sites at INDOPACOM in Hawaii, one US Space Force site in Colorado Springs, and one site at Kirtland AFN (New Mexico) for the Distributed Mission Operations Center (DMOC). - SimShield 4.0 progression through NSA lab-based assessment testing for Raise the Bar (RTB) compliance. Once RTB is achieved in FY 2027, SimShield 4.0 will be installed on JTEN-S and the JWICS Training Enclave to begin integration with FISE capabilities. - High-end model development of TS/SCI capabilities in JS J7 JLVC models (JCATS, JLOD) and JTLS. - First use case of the expanded JWICS Training Enclave is scheduled for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2027. - First use case of FISE and GoldenEye capabilities is scheduled for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2027. - First use of GoldenEye at EUCOM, INDOPACOM, NORTHCOM, USSF Colorado Springs, Navy Warfare Development Command (NWDC), and 505th CTS (Hurlburt Field, FL) to enable TS/SCI distributed synthetic exercise capabilities. LOE 2 (Non-Kinetic Effects core capability) Objective: JLVC Modernization investment plan was developed to support Service and Combat Support Agency model development of JLVC NKE standards and SISO Cyber DEM standards. - Continue JTT integration of JLVC Mod NKE capabilities, user training, and acceptance testing. - First use case of NKE capability for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2026/2027. - Demonstrated Effects modeling (FOC): - Demo of NKE Architecture - CBRN Effect generated, traverse through notional guard - Federate receive, display, respond, impact - Demo of Space and Cyber NKE threads - Cyber Effect generated, traverse through guard, receive, display, respond, impact - Integration of NKE service and JLVC Federation service models. - Integration of NKE service and JTT MSEL module. - Integration of NKE service and CyberBoss, CEACRAB models. - Use case development with Chairman’s Joint Exercise Division (CJExD) personnel for implementation in INTERNAL LOOK 27. - DTRA MINES CBRN effects FOC capability integrated, tested, and operated within the JLVC. LOE 3 (Standardizing JLVC Federation Simulation Data) Objective: JLVC Modernization investment plan was developed to support the development and standardization of data of Service and Combat Support Agency models and simulation systems. - Utilization of the JLVC Delta Lakehouse to stimulate Maven Smart System (MSS) exercise data layers and collaboration requirements. - Utilization of the JLVC Delta Lakehouse to support AAR and analysis tool requirements across the OSW P&R and OSW R&E user spectrum that specifically support ELITE CONSTELLATION AAR requirements. - Continued coordination and integration with TRMC’s CHEETAS data standard and TRMC data lake to support interoperable data sharing across training and test and evaluation data consumers. - First use case of data standards and Delta Lakehouse capability is scheduled for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2026 and 27. - Use of JLVC Data Lakehouse to support the Joint Learning and Adaptation Center (JLAC) and Joint Learning Platform (JLP) concept. LOE 4 (All Domain Modeling) Objective: JLVC Modernization investment plan was developed to support the hosting, development, and integration more robust all domain modeling in Service and Combat Support Agency models and simulation systems. - Space. Continued integration of US Space Force’s Paladin (FY 2025/2026 funded) simulation system, acceptance testing, and delivery of Paladin IOC. - Space. Integration of US Space Force’s SWARM model and integration of overall SWORD (SWARM and Paladin) capability into the JLVC architecture. - Space. Delivery of MDA improved (FY 2025/2026 funded) MDST and MDSIM simulation systems for integration into the JVLC architecture in ELITE CONSTELLATION 26. Kickoff MDA development of initial Golden Dome capability within MDST and MDSIM. - Space. Integration of NRO’s NWARS2 into the JVLC architecture. - Space. First use case of Paladin, improved MDST, improved MDSIM, and NWARS2 capabilities in ELITE CONSTELLATION 26/27. - Space. First use case of MDST and MDSIM Golden Dome capability is scheduled for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2027. - Cyber. Integration of CyberBoss capability into the JLVC architecture. - Cyber. Initial delivery of CEACRAB capability. - Cyber.

The JLVC Modernization moved to aggressively tackle key JLVC technical, infrastructure, and policy gaps to enable high-end training for CCMD Tier 1 exercises. Modernization construct in FY25 focused on five levels of effort to close Joint Operational Training Gaps (JOTG) for CCMD Tier 1 training: 1) Fully Informed Simulation Environment (FISE), developing a cross domain-based simulation architecture to deliver OPLAN training capability from TS/SCI to SECRET//REL; 2) Non-Kinetic Effects core capability development within the JLVC; 3) Standardizing JLVC Federation simulation data libraries to ensure data interoperability across the JLVC; 4) Modernizing Service and Combat Support Agencies’ simulation systems for all-domain modeling, incorporating space, cyber, and realistic electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) and information environments; 5) Leverage other transaction authority (OTA) to invest in rapid AI technology integration. FY 2025 Plans: The JLVC Modernization moved to aggressively tackle key JLVC technical, infrastructure, and policy gaps to enable high-end training for CCMD Tier 1 exercises. Modernization construct in FY25 focused on five levels of effort to close Joint Operational Training Gaps (JOTG) for CCMD Tier 1 training: 1) Fully Informed Simulation Environment (FISE), developing a cross domain-based simulation architecture to deliver OPLAN training capability from TS/SCI to SECRET//REL; 2) Non-Kinetic Effects core capability development within the JLVC; 3) Standardizing JLVC Federation simulation data libraries to ensure data interoperability across the JLVC; 4) Modernizing Service and Combat Support Agencies’ simulation systems for all-domain modeling, incorporating space, cyber, and realistic electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) and information environments; 5) Leverage other transaction authority (OTA) to invest in rapid AI technology integration. LOE 1 (Fully Informed Simulation Environment) • Main Goal: Fully interoperable all-domain environment across multiple classification enclaves to enable the Combatant Commander to fully train to OPLANs with Service Components, Allies and Partners. Completed development, testing, and integration of JLVC FISE capability, enabling interoperability and data integration of one JLVC Federation on one network with a larger JLVC Federation on another network via a cross domain solution (CDS). Completing this capability paves the way for FY26 integration and deployment of the National Security Agency (NSA)-approved CDS capability for the JLVC Federation. • Identified two CDS products for potential development and integration as a key enabling capability for FISE. CDS testing with JLVC FISE use cases was completed identified one solution to move forward with SimShield (COTS product). Coordinated directly with NSA CDS branch to prioritize SimShield raise the bar (RTB) testing and certification for delivery of capability in Q2 FY 2026. • Completed development of CDS rulesets for SimShield in support of Joint Innovation and Integration Laboratory (JIIL) testing. Resulting rulesets will be deployed for ELITE CONSTELLATION exercises in 2026 and 2027. • Identified JLVC TS/SCI federates (12) for deployment on the exercise TS/SCI network in preparation for full FISE operational capability in late FY 2026. JLVC Modernization team is coordinating all cyber security accreditation in preparation for FY26 FISE initial operation capability (IOC). IOC = TS/SCI-to- SECRET/REL with FOC = Program-to-SECRET/REL. • Identified weapons, platforms, capabilities, and kill webs for development in TS/SCI versions of Service and Combat Support Agency JLVC models and simulation, coordinating development efforts with key stakeholders and preparing FY26 investment plan to support development, integration, and testing of JLVC simulations in support of ELITE CONSTELLATION campaign in 2026/27. • Engineering architecture development completed for a TS/SCI training network to enable distributed training and wargaming capability for Joint and Service simulation centers across the globe. Coordinating with Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) on the extension and expansion of the JS J7 JWICS training enclave for FY26. The FY26 JLVC Modernization investment plan enables the critical roll-out of the TS/SCI training network, additional JLVC federate tools on the TS/SCI training network, site support, and DIA capacity support for ELITE CONSTELLATION 2027. LOE 2 (Non-Kinetic Effects core capability) • Main Goal: Generate non-kinetic effects into the JLVC federation and model the response in the JLVC Federation. • Completed development, testing, and integration of the IOC version of JLVC non-kinetic effects (NKE) service. Utilizing the existing Joint Training Tool (JTT) simulation capability, the JLVC Modernization team developed a federation-wide effects service to enable Exercise Control imposition of NKE in support of scenario requirements – Space, Cyber, EMS and IO effects that have been traditionally white carded can now by directed at weapons, platforms, communications networks, etc.. modeling NKE and enabling coordination on all-domain NKE fires between the CCMD Joint Operations Center (JOC), Service Components, and supporting task forces. • In coordination with the Services and Combat Support Agencies, the JLVC Modernization project is developing an NKE service interface design standard to support the integration of JVLC federate NKE development in FY 2026/2027. FY 2026 JLVC Modernization investment plan has been developed to support the development, integration, and utilization of Service and Combat Support Agency NKE model development. • Through the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) working group process, the JLVC Modernization has hosted multiple NKE workshops with Cyber, Space, EMS, and IO stakeholders to map out NKE capability development and employment in CCMD Tier 1 exercises. NKE service development was directly influenced through these workshops.