AFRCMD066 — 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron

AFRCMD066 governs the mission, command relationships, and responsibilities of the 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron.

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  • Publication number: AFRCMD066
  • Title: 42ND CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS SQUADRON
  • Date: 2023-01-31

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It describes the squadron’s cyber defense mission, operational mission types, reporting relationship, and administrative control over assigned personnel. It requires execution of commander’s responsibilities and oversight and execution of the Cyberspace Operations mission.

Applies to: This Mission Directive applies to individuals assigned to HQ AFRC.

Topics covered

  • 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron mission
  • Cyber Protection Teams
  • Department of Defense Information Networks
  • Operational mission types
  • Squadron command relationships
  • Administrative control
  • Cyberspace Operations mission oversight

Questions and answers

What mission does the 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron perform?

The 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron provides ready citizen Airmen to Cyber Protection Teams to operate and defend the Department of Defense Information Networks. (paragraph 1)

What is the squadron designed to defend?

Unit is designed to defend critical cyber resources for national, Combatant Command and Service capabilities to execute four operational mission types: Department of Defense Information Networks, Combatant Command, Air Force Service, and National. (paragraph 1)

Who does the 42nd Cyberspace Operations Squadron Commander report to?

Reports to the Commander of their assigned 960th Cyberspace Operations Group. (paragraph 2)

What administrative authority does the squadron commander exercise?

Exercises administrative control over assigned personnel. (paragraph 2)

What commander responsibilities must the squadron execute?

Execute commander’s responsibilities as outlined in AFI 1-2, Commander’s Responsibilities. (paragraph 3)

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