Security Levels

C4ISR

The Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) architecture provides information technology, modernization and recapitalization for shore sites, surface and aviation platforms. The architecture is the foundation for a network that collects, processes, integrates, analyzes, evaluates and interprets mission information. Learn more about C4ISR

Status

Legacy Cutters

The first phase of the Legacy Cutter Upgrade is complete, and is already demonstrating improved operational capability. Learn more>>

Mission System Pallets

A total of three Mission Support Pallets (MSPs) for the HC-144A have been received.

The program has installed new surface search radars on nine HC-130H Hercules long range surveillance aircraft, and has completed the installation of other new mission systems aboard three HC-130Js, with two more in modification.

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Shore Facilities

Training Center, Petaluma, Calif., in March 2007 was equipped with Deepwater C4ISR systems, to train Coast Guard National Security Cutter crews and U.S. Navy Littoral Combat Ship crews. C4ISR upgrades have been completed at CAMS Atlantic, and Miami and San Juan, Puerto Rico command centers. Learn more>>

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Bertholf Granted ATO for its C4ISR Systems

The Coast Guard’s newest and most technologically advanced cutter, CGC Bertholf, was granted Authority to Operate (ATO) for its C4ISR systems, clearing the way for the lead ship in the new class of National Security Cutters (NSC) to join the fleet in fully operational status. Read more>>

TEMPEST Update for USCGC Bertholf

The Coast Guard adheres closely to the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense and the National Security Agency rules, regulations, and protocols for TEMPEST testing and certification. Read more>>