2006 WVNG Annual Report PDF - West Virginia Army National Guard

West Virginia National Guard Annual Report 2006.J2 - IntelligenceThe Intelligence Section (J2) is the principal staff section for all matters concerning militaryintelligence, security operations, and military intelligence training. The mission of the sectionis to disseminate intelligence to commanders and others in a timely manner; collect, process,produce, and disseminate intelligence;describe effects of theenvironment on friendly andenemy capabilities; coordinateground and aerial reconnaissance;and record, evaluate, andanalyze collected information toproduce intelligence that answersthe commander's priority intelligencerequirements. The J2 isalso the primary section responsiblefor evaluating physicalsecurity vulnerabilities to supportoperations.The Intelligence Section continues toprovide necessary support to current operations,both domestic and the Global War onTerrorism. Continued monitoring and assessmentof the operational environment relating tothe Southwest Border Mission assist soldiersserving in support of the mission. The J2section prepares situational briefings formembers of the West Virginia Army NationalGuard who are traveling to foreign countriesregarding the current situation in the locationstraveled.J2 staff plays a critical role in the PhysicalSecurity Program for the West Virginia NationalGuard. Their efforts provide a safeoperational environment for soldiers servingthe citizens of the state.29