Actividades Primarias

1-54. The division G-6 is organized and resourced to provide NETOPS support to the division CPs (tactical, main, and MCG). The G-6 uses NETOPS functions to synchronize disparate division unit networks into one division information network, as a part of the LandWarNet (LWN) and GIG. The NETOPS functions performed in the subordinate support brigades and BCTs provide a second echelon of NETOPS management that the division G-6 coordinates as part of a greater NETOPS plan. The division G-6 has separate elements to support the main CP and TAC CP, though augmentation of the TAC CP is sometimes required due to METT-TC. The functions of the G-6 elements differ based on the responsibilities they are assigned. Figures 1-4 and 1-5 show the division G-6 section organization.

G-6 Signal Operations

1-55. The signal operations section consists of a network management, plans, IA, and information dissemination management elements. The signal operations section has the following responsibilities—

z Integrates network management, information dissemination

management, and IA functions.

z Maintains network connectivity across the division, to include units deployed to the AO, units en route to the AO, and units at the home station.

z Manages the division network from the applications residing on

individual platforms through the points at which the division network connects to the GIG.

z Executes deliberate modifications to the division network to meet the needs of the commander.

z Manages requirements; accepts, validates, and tracks headquarters and subordinate unit communications requirements (computers, cell phones, radios, etc.).

z Monitors network performance.

z Manages the quality of service of the services provided through

the division network, including the interoperability of the division network with external networks that are not controlled by the G-6 (for example, Global Broadcast System [GBS], Trojan Special Purpose Integrated Remote Intelligence Terminal [SPIRIT], and CSS very small aperture terminal [VSAT]).

z Coordinates satellite access requests and deconflicts frequencies. z Resolves, reports, and coordinates with other agencies to resolve

radio frequency conflicts.

z Secures access into the division network and monitors access and activities internal to the network.

z Provides situational awareness (SA) to the theater network operations security center (TNOSC) and SA/network common operating picture to authorized division recipients.

z Ensures compliance with GIG network defense policies and JTF- global NETOPS/TNOSC GIG network defense communications tasking orders and or telecommunications service orders (TSOs).

z Prepares, maintains and updates command information

management estimates, plans, and orders.

z In coordination with the G-3, establishes procedures for using

relevant information and information systems to develop the common operational picture.

z Coordinates, plans, and directs the development of the common

operational picture within the main CP.

z Coordinates with staff sections to ensure information quality

criteria (accuracy, timeliness, usability, completeness, precision, and reliability) are maintained.

z Coordinates local information network capabilities and services.

z Monitors and reports status of information network; coordinates

future network connectivity.

z Coordinates future communications and information operations

interface with joint and multinational forces to include host nation.

z Provides EMSO.

z Develops and publishes Annex K to the division operation order (OPORD).

z Plans the transition of responsibility for the tactical network from the division to permanent theater signal assets (integrated theater signal battalion or commercial/contract).

G-6 Signal System Integration Oversight Section

1-56. The signal system integration oversight section performs the following functions—

z Oversees network certification for division units.

z Coordinates and tracks communications systems modernization.

z Coordinates and tracks communications systems maintenance. z Oversees contractor support.

z Coordinates collective communications systems training.

z Coordinates communications systems commercialization. z Coordinates division communications readiness exercises.

z Training readiness responsibility for division headquarters and

assigned unit JNN teams.

z Oversees the installation of division CP wire and cable, to include

cable system installation in fixed facilities,

z Coordinates field level maintenance support for commercial off-

the-shelf (COTS) and government off-the-shelf systems. G-6 Signal System Support Section

1-57. The G-6 signal system support section supports the TAC CP to temporarily assume C2 of current operations, future operations, plans and analysis, or C2 of specific tasks while the main CP is either emplacing or displacing. When not deployed, the TAC falls in on and reinforces the capabilities of the main CP. The employment of the signal system support teams is METT-TC dependent. These teams support the main and TAC CPs as needed. The G-6 signal system support section performs the following functions for the tactical CP—

z Manages the local equipment and facilities that collect, process,

store, display, and disseminate information, including computers (hardware and software) and communications as well as policies and procedures for their use.

z Monitors, manages, and controls organic communications systems that interface with the GIG.

z Performs tactical NETOPS functions (network management, information dissemination management, IA).

z Manages a set of integrated applications, processes, and services that provide the capability for producers and users to locate, retrieve, and send/receive information.

z Install, operate, maintain, and defend server data (SIPRNET) and

military Internet (NIPRNET) in support of the division CP operations.

z Manage installation and operation of the LAN, to include cable/wire installation and troubleshooting.

z Install CP cable and wire; coordinates and supervises team members in the construction, installation, and recovery of cable and wire communications systems and auxiliary equipment within division CPs.

z Forms a portion of the division Information Service Support Office.

z Installs and operates the division’s IT help desk; provides e-mail

assistance and other help desk functions.

z Assist division units with network installation and troubleshooting

as directed by the G-6.