Holloman Air Force Base preps for DISA cyber inspection

By

Tony Ware

Airman 1st Class Tyler Christian, 49th Communications Squadron ground control station establishes a satellite connection for Remotely Piloted Aircraft at Holloman Air Force Base, N.M., 25 Sept. As a ground control station maintainer, one of the key aspects of ChristianÕs job is establishing a clean connection to the satellites that allow the pilots to remotely pilot aircraft from thousands of miles away. Holloman AFB is home to the primary training facilities for all RPA pilots and sensor operators in the Air Force, the program is responsible for preparing the flight crews for real-world combat missions down the road. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel E.F. Liddicoet/Released)

According to a news release, network attribute compliant will be tested to certify it meets U.S. Cyber Command guidance.

“Just like any other weapons system, the cyber network must be protected from threats … This inspection will ensure that we are meeting DISA standards and that our practices do not create or allow vulnerabilities onto our network,” said Senior Master Sgt. Sean Brice, 49th CS operations superintendent.

Communications personnel and Information Assurance Officers in every unit will distribute notices advising individuals as to what is needed to push updates and reinforce mandated protocols through every machine on base.