COMDTINST 5401.5A — Commandant (cg-6) Directorate And Associated Duties

COMDTINST 5401.5A governs the authority, roles, and responsibilities of the Coast Guard CG-6 directorate, including C4IT oversight.

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  • Publication number: COMDTINST 5401.5A
  • Title: COMMANDANT (CG-6) DIRECTORATE AND ASSOCIATED DUTIES
  • Date: 5/6/2014
  • Proponent: DCMS

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It describes the CG-6 directorate, the Coast Guard CIO and Coast Guard Cyber Command roles, and headquarters-level C4IT services. It requires compliance by specified Coast Guard leaders and staff and incorporates CG CYBER and C4ITSC.

Applies to: All Coast Guard Unit Commanders, Commanding Officers, Officers-in-charge, Deputy/Assistant Commandants, and Chiefs of Headquarters staff elements shall comply with the provisions of this Instruction.

Topics covered

  • CG-6 directorate authority
  • C4IT management and oversight
  • Coast Guard CIO responsibilities
  • Coast Guard Cyber Command
  • C4IT headquarters-level services
  • Computer Network Defense Service Provider designation

Questions and answers

What does the CG-6 directorate manage?

Commandant (CG-6) responsibilities include management and oversight for all Coast Guard C4IT operational, business, and infrastructure assets. (paragraph 4)

What authority does Commandant (CG-6) have over Coast Guard computer networks?

As a Commander, Commandant (CG-6) has command authority to ensure the effective and efficient operation of Coast Guard computer system networks. (paragraph 4)

What is CG CYBER designated to provide?

To ensure C4IT infrastructure resiliency for Coast Guard mission performance, Commandant (CG-6) designated CG CYBER Command as the Coast Guard Computer Network Defense Service Provider (CNDSP) in reference (c). (paragraph 4)

What services is the C4ITSC responsible for?

The C4ITSC is responsible for the day-to-day and depot-level C4IT services and mission support activities at agreed upon service levels.

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