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Executive Summary
integrate CO into plans (concept plans and operation
plans [OPLANs]); and work closely with the joint force,
USSTRATCOM/USCYBERCOM, Service components,
and DOD agencies to create fully integrated capabilities.
Legal Considerations
The legal framework applicable to CO depends on the
nature of the activities to be conducted, such as offensive
or defensive military operations; defense support of civil
authorities; service provider actions; law enforcement
and counterintelligence activities; intelligence operations;
and defense of the homeland. Before conducting CO,
commanders, planners, and operators must understand
the relevant legal framework in order to comply with
laws and policies, the application of which may be
challenging given the ubiquitous nature of cyberspace
and the often geographic orientation of domestic and
international law.
Planning and Coordination
Joint Operation Planning
Process and CO
CO Planning Considerations
Command and Control of CO
Commanders integrate cyberspace capabilities at all
levels and in all military operations. Plans should
address how to effectively integrate cyberspace
capabilities, counter an adversary’s use of cyberspace,
secure mission critical networks, operate in a degraded
environment, efficiently use limited cyberspace assets,
and consolidate operational requirements for cyberspace
capabilities.
CO planners are presented the same considerations and
challenges that are present in planning for other joint
capabilities and functions, as well as some unique
considerations. Targeting, deconfliction, commander’s
intent, political/military assessment, and collateral effects
considerations all play into the calculations of the CO
planner’s efforts. CO planning considerations include:
cyberspace-related intelligence requirements, targeting,
and DODIN operations.
Clearly established command relationships are crucial for
ensuring timely and effective employment of forces. As
authorized by CDRUSSTRATCOM, Commander,
United States Cyber Command (CDRUSCYBERCOM)
manages day-to-day global CO. Typically, CO require
coordination between theater and global operations,
creating a dynamic C2 environment. CO are integrated
and synchronized by the supported commander into their
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