Naval Security Group Command
The Naval Security Group Command was activated on 1 July 1968 as an echelon 2 command under a commander reporting directly to the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO). Simultaneously, the Headquarters, Naval Security Group Command was established and assigned to the CNO for command and support. Concurrently, the CNO delegated command and support responsibility for the Naval Security Group Command Headquarters and assigned shore activities to the Commander, Naval Security Group Command. The Naval Security Group Command comprises the Headquarters and assigned shore activities. The Commander, Naval Security Group Command has been designated the Technical Manager of the Naval Reserve Security Group (NAVRESSECGRU) Program by the CNO.
The Naval Security Group Command is assigned Department of the Navy-wide responsibilities for cryptology. It provides technical guidance and support to cryptologic activities of the Navy operating forces. The Command advises and assists the CNO and Fleet Commanders in Chief in the planning and programming of cryptologic and related resources and the effective use thereof. The Commander, Naval Security Group Command acts as Executive Agent for the Department of the Navy, for Signals Security matters and, for Data Link Vulnerability Assessment Methodology within the Navy Vulnerability Assessment Program.