FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Maryland – Naval Information Operations Command (NIOC) Bahrain recently received the Meritorious Unit Citation for its accomplishments from October 2018 to September 2021.
Meritorious Unit Recognition recognizes units that stand out for their heroic deeds or accomplishments. Recognizes service comparable to that which merits an individual’s award of the Bronze Star.
NIOC Bahrain sailors were recognized for pursuing, deploying and optimizing defensive operations in cyberspace. These will expand the capabilities of the Bahrain Signals Analysis Laboratory and improve communications and coordination between the U.S. 10th Fleet and the U.S. 5th Fleet, resulting in improved information warfare capabilities, data collection, and analysis; Supported over 20,000 vulnerabilities and security mitigations. Overview of networks and systems within the region.
According to a citation signed by the Chief of Naval Operations, “This command eliminates undue delays in the processing of electronic signals, enables immediate capture, analysis, and feedback of critical critical signals, and enables commanders to reduce the risk of compressed combat.” “It made it possible to narrow down the collection and change the goal based on space.” Admiral Mike Gilday. “NIOC Bahrain has launched the theater’s first continuous defense cyber operations effort to protect and strengthen command and control networks critical to the mission of maritime forces, the Bahrain Naval Computer Communications Office, and the regional Naval Facilities Command Network. .
NIOC Bahrain was disbanded on October 14, 2021, and its mission was transferred to NIOC Georgia and Naval Cyber Defense Operations Command, continuing its tradition of support to 5th Fleet operations.
For more than 20 years, NIOC Bahraini sailors have served on duty ashore and deployed throughout the Middle East aboard surface combatants and airborne reconnaissance platforms during countless designated operations. NIOC Bahraini Sailors, through their command presence, provide critical signals and warnings to national decision-makers and military commanders operating at the strategic, operational and tactical levels of war, and have completed more than 10,000 days as surface combatants. voyages and more than 150,000 hours of flight time.
“The Sailors of NIOC Bahrain have distinguished themselves and exceeded expectations despite unprecedented challenges, helping the U.S. Navy in the Middle East,” said Vice Adm. Craig A. Clapperton, Commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command and Commander, U.S. 10th Fleet. “It has enabled us to fulfill our mission.” . “These Sailors stood watch and built a proud legacy in information warfare. This award is a symbol of our nation’s gratitude and appreciation.”
About Bahrain Naval Information Operations Command (NIOC)
NIOC Bahrain’s mission is to provide trained cryptographic warfare officers and cryptographic and information systems personnel, expertise and It was to provide and deploy equipment. Responsible for supporting the Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/Commander, U.S. 5th Fleet.
About U.S. Fleet Cyber Command and the U.S. 10th Fleet
U.S. Fleet Cyber Command (FCC) is responsible for naval information network operations, offensive and defensive cyberspace operations, space operations, and signals intelligence. Consisting of more than 14,000 sailors, reservists, and civilians stationed around the world, the U.S. 10th Fleet is the operational arm of the FCC and accomplishes its mission through a task force structure similar to other warfighting commands.
For news and information from the Commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/Commander, U.S. 10th Fleet, visit www.fcc.navy.mil.
Obtained data: | August 14, 2023 |
Post date: | 2023.08.14 13:50 |
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position: | Fort George G. Meade, Maryland, USA |
home town: | Bahrain, Bahrain |
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