C5I Service Center
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C5I Service Center (C5ISC) is part of the U.S. Coast Guard, responsible for managing and advancing Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, and Intelligence (C5I) capabilities.
Goals
- To modernize the Coast Guard's C5I infrastructure to meet evolving mission needs.
- To enhance cyber readiness across Coast Guard operations.
- To develop and deploy software, mobility, and cloud solutions for mission support.
Success is tracked by improvements in technology deployment times, system reliability, and cybersecurity posture.
Organization
C5ISC is organized under the Commandant of the Coast Guard, specifically within the Assistant Commandant for Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Information Technology (C4IT). It comprises several product lines and shared service divisions, with funding coming from the Coast Guard's operational budget. The center collaborates with industry partners for technological advancements.
Impact and Outcomes
- Quantitative: C5ISC has managed significant IT infrastructure projects, supporting over 800 personnel in its operations.
- Qualitative: It has been instrumental in advancing the Coast Guard's technology revolution, though challenges include keeping pace with rapid tech changes and cybersecurity threats.
Background and History
C5ISC was established in June 2020 through one of the largest organizational restructurings in the Coast Guard's history, replacing the C4IT Service Center and integrating several centers of excellence. This restructuring was part of the Coast Guard's broader technology revolution initiative. There's no planned end for C5ISC, reflecting the ongoing need for C5I capabilities.
Funding
C5ISC is funded through the Coast Guard's budget, specifically under C4IT allocations. Exact figures for C5ISC alone are not publicly itemized. - Funding began with its establishment in 2020 and is ongoing, subject to annual Coast Guard appropriations.
Implementation
C5ISC operates through six product lines, each focusing on different aspects of C5I, supported by shared services like engineering and logistics. It engages in continuous technology development and deployment without a defined end date.
Leadership
The program is headed by the Commander of the C5I Service Center.
See Also
External Links
- https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-for-Command-Control-Communications-Computers-and-Information-Technology-C4IT/
- https://www.uscg.mil/
Wikipedia Article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for the C5I Service Center.
Social media
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