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Cyber Commandos Offer Unique Capability for Joint Force

DECEMBER 28, 2021 – The ability to communicate freely and readily over a secure network is becoming more and more important for combatant commanders in today’s world as technology progresses.

To leverage this capability, the warfighter relies on cyber professionals like those at the 919th Special Operations Communications Squadron to provide seamless communication and agile support in rapidly changing environments.

“This is the only communications squadron in the Air Force Reserve that directly supports special operations,” said Maj. Angela Shalduha, 919th SOCS commander.

There are two sides of the mission, Shalduha described—the base support provided to Duke Field day-in and day-out and the other side of supporting Air Force Special Operations Command.

Airmen in the 919th SOCS continually train to maintain skills using video teleconferencing equipment, voice, data, video as well as intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance services. For example, the cyber commandos use broadcast systems at exercises and deployments for downloading commercial and military satellite video feeds.

“Our Airmen continually deliver command and control capabilities at every request,” said Chief Master Sgt. Timothy Thoner, 919th SOCS special missions flight superintendent. “In order to meet this demand, our citizen Airmen have to coordinate time away from their civilian professions and personal lives to enable the success of exercises and contingency operations around the globe.”

The team conducts cross-utilization training to maintain strategic capabilities for contingency operations around the globe. The squadron uses a strategic approach to maintaining unit readiness by deploying equipment and people to support exercises for joint task force efforts throughout the year.

“The partnerships we’ve developed with other Guard, Reserve and active-duty units make it possible for us to train at locations around the world,” Thoner said.

Recently, 919th SOCS Airmen provided computer access, as well as phone lines and satellite radio networks to connect four geographically-separated command elements throughout a two-week Air Force exercise, ‘Rally in the Rockies.’

The multiday training exercise in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming involved scenarios designed to test the abilities of Air Force Reserve units to execute rapid global mobility missions in challenging, contested scenarios.

“In the past year, we have had members deliver this unique capability in support of 12 exercises across the country,” Thoner said. “Our support to these exercises as well as overseas contingency operations demonstrates 919th SOCS Airmen are always up to the task.”

Our Airmen continually deliver command and control capabilities at every request. Chief Master Sgt. Timothy Thoner, 919th SOCS special missions flight superintendent

Many 919th SOCS members have volunteered for training opportunities across the country in the past year and many are traditional Reservists who volunteer to enhance their individual readiness.

“It is always exciting when we go out to the field because it offers us an opportunity to try new things,” said Senior Airman Kimberly Nelson, 919th SOCS radio frequency technician. “In each case, we are not only enhancing our readiness skills but also building relationships and collaborating throughout the Air Force and even across the Department of Defense.”

Nelson has participated in more than 10 different exercises around the United States in the last two years.

“We are always looking for more opportunities to support AFSOC missions and exercises,” Shalduha said. “There are a lot of very unique missions in AFSOC and we see the experiences our Airmen gain as invaluable steps to maintaining the same capabilities as our active-duty counterparts.”

By Michelle Gigante
919th Special Operations Communications Squadron

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DoD Moves Forward With PCS Overhaul

JULY 26, 2025 – The Defense Department’s Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force is taking decisive steps to stabilize the military move process following the termination of its contract with HomeSafe Alliance, June 18, 2025. During a press briefing earlier this week, Army Maj. Gen. Lance G. Curtis, task force commander, stated that the […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Education Benefits Make Stronger Service Members

APRIL 3, 2025 – Within the armed forces, a variety of educational benefits are available that allow service members to both improve themselves and make themselves more valuable to their service branch. One example is the Military Tuition Assistance Program. The program is available to enlisted personnel, officers and warrant officers in the Army, Navy, […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

Financial Planning for Military Families

JUNE 25, 2025 – Have you ever wondered how military families manage their finances while dealing with deployments, relocations, and changing pay structures? Financial planning is a vital part of life for families who serve. With unique benefits, challenges, and lifestyle changes, military families must make smart financial decisions that protect their future and help […]

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