; and (B) require each individual appointed under subsection (b)(4) to notify the Agency if a potential conflict of interest arises during the appointment. (4) Agreement required An individual may become a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve only if the individual enters into an agreement with the Director to become such a member, which shall set forth the rights and obligations of the individual and the Agency. (5) Exception for continuing military service commitments A member of the Selected Reserve under section 10143 of title 10, United States Code, may not be a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (6) Priority In appointing individuals to the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve, the Agency shall prioritize the appointment of individuals described in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (2)(A) before considering individuals described in clause (iii) or (iv) of paragraph (2)(A). (7) Prohibition Any individual who is an employee of the executive branch may not be recruited or appointed to serve in the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (d) Security clearances (1) In general The Director shall ensure that all members of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve undergo the appropriate personnel vetting and adjudication commensurate with the duties of the position, including a determination of eligibility for access to classified information where a security clearance is necessary, according to applicable policy and authorities. (2) Cost of sponsoring clearances If a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve requires a security clearance in order to carry out their duties, the Agency shall be responsible for the cost of sponsoring the security clearance of a member of the Civilian Cybersecurity Reserve. (e) Study and implementation plan (1) Study Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Agency shall begin a study on the design and implementation of the pilot project authorized under subsection (b)(1) at the Agency, including— (A) compensation and benefits for members of the Civilian