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CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, Japan – In a world where battles have moved from open fields and cities to cyberspace, and it’s the mission of the Marine Corps Cyber Security Division to keep our information safe.
Cyber security is the process in which all data and information pertaining to the Marine Corps, United States and personnel is protected.
“Cyber security is a broad term encompassing many different aspects,” said Allan McGee, the deputy network defense manager with Cyber Security Section, G-6, communications, Marine Corps Installations Pacific – Marine Corps Base Camp Butler, Japan. “Basically, it is the protection of computer assets to include, information, services, and equipment for all our computing needs. It also covers physical security, personal security, and operational security.”
Technology is always being upgraded and new programs are developed. The Corps’ Cyber Security Division has to change and adapt with it.
“Computers, phones, smart watches, power grids; they are all vulnerable to cyber-attacks and it changes daily, hourly and by the minute,” said GySgt. Thomas Rowe, chief of cyber security Headquarters and Support Battalion, G-6, communications, MCIPAC-MCB Camp Butler, Japan. “We are always monitoring and improving our defenses so the information we have is safe.”
According to McGee, as the military’s need for information protection and gathering expands, the Cyber Security Division must expand and adapt to meet those needs. Adversaries of the U.S. are always looking for weaknesses to exploit, so the U.S. military must be constantly evolving and developing better security.
Marines are also vulnerable to personal cyber-attacks. Anything posted online can be used against them.
“Your online profile can be seen by anyone,” said McGee. “They can get all the information they need about where you are, what you do and who you know.”
There are ways to protect yourself from these attacks according to McGee.
“Update your online security, turn Bluetooth off, have a secure password and turn your location off when you post,” said McGee. “Another thing Marines can do is report anything suspicious.”
Suspicious emails should be sent as an attachment to supisious@usmc.mil. Other suspicious activities should be reported to the communications electronics division, local security or through the chain of command.
| Date Taken: | 08.24.2017 |
| Date Posted: | 08.30.2017 22:11 |
| Story ID: | 246229 |
| Location: | JP |
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