United States Cyber Command, A-1-1129

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY THE INSTITUTE OF HERALDRY 9325 GUNSTON ROAD, ROOM S113 FORT BELVOIR, VIRGINIA 22060-5579

SAAA-IHS 28 October 2019

MEMORANDUM FOR Commander, United States Cyber Command, United States Army Element, ATTN: SGM Michael D. Dodson, 9800 Savage Road, Fort George G. Meade, MD 20755

SUBJECT: Authorized Insignia for the United States Army Element, United States Cyber Command

1. The following heraldic items are authorized for the Unites States Army Element, United States Cyber Command, effective 2 May 2019.

a. A shoulder sleeve insignia (Encl 1). The description and symbolism of the design are as follows: DESCRIPTION

On a dark blue circular shaped embroidered item edged with a 1/8” (0.32cm) gold border, a field of gold wavy lines surmounted by a demi grid- lined sphere in dexter base edged with a gold border inscribed “9ec4c12949a4f31474f299058ce2b22a”, all within a blue designation band inscribed “UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND” between eight stars, four in front and four behind, all gold; in base an escutcheon blazoned as follows: Argent, between a bar conjoined with a demi pallet, in dexter chief two swords saltirewise, points upward, in sinister chief a lightning flash bend sinisterwise, and in base a key fesswise ward to dexter and downwards, all Sable; a chief Or; overall a bald eagle Proper wings detailed Azure perched upon the escutcheon. Overall dimensions are 3 ½” (8.89cm) in diameter.

SYMBOLISM

The insignia combines blue and gold to represent the command. Blue, the color of intellect and loyalty, symbolizes the linkage in cyberspace between the physical and the cognitive realms as well as the loyalty of the command to the nation and the sacred principles and liberties upon which it was founded. The disk is trimmed in gold to represent the illumination of the cyberspace domain. Inlaid around the disk is USCYBERCOM in gold with four golden stars on each side. These stars represent the rank of the USCYBERCOM Commander and recognize the critical importance of this command to ensuring the cybersecurity of the Nation’s military information networks. Within the blue disk is a golden circle laid with MD5 hash that ties the command back to the early days of computer networking; USCYBERCOM’s mission statement is encrypted within this code. SAAA-IHS SUBJECT: Authorized Insignia for the United States Army Element, United States Cyber Command

Inside the circle is a dark background traversed by golden threads representing the logical layers of cyberspace, where our critical data resides and transits. This dark background depicts the chaotic nature of cyberspace where knowledge often remains obscure. The golden threads connote the ability of cyberspace to illuminate the darkness and bring knowledge to light. The digital globe rests upon the cyber threads representing our network infrastructure and depicting the universal connectivity of the cyber domain.

A perched eagle preparing for flight sits atop the digital globe, his wings digitized showing he exists in both the physical and cyber realms. The eagle, our national symbol, is revered for the keen eyesight that allows it to pierce the darkness and remain vigilant to protect us. The USCYBERCOM shield, upon which the eagle is perched, protects and defends the eagle as the Command will protect and defend the military’s information networks. The shield is divided into four parts: the top is trimmed in gold to represent the precious investment of the nation in the personnel and capabilities that enable USCYBERCOM to carry out its mission. The two swords on the shield represent the dual nature of the command to defend the nation and, if necessary, engage our enemies through the cyber domain. The lightning bolt symbolizes the speed of operations within the cyber domain. The key on the shield illustrates the dual nature of the Command to secure our nation‘s information in the cyber domain while also unlocking the secrets of those who would seek to do us harm.

b. A distinctive unit insignia (Encl 2). The description and symbolism of the design are as follows:

DESCRIPTION

On a shield shaped silver metal and epoxied device 1 1/8” (2.86cm) in height blazoned as follows: Argent, between a bar conjoined with a demi pallet, in dexter chief two swords saltirewise, points upward, in sinister chief a lightning flash bend sinisterwise, and in base a key fesswise ward to dexter and downwards, all Argent (Silver); a chief Buff. Above the shield a demi-sphere Azure (Dark Blue) gridlined Argent (Silver); attached at the base of the shield, a blue scroll, doubled Dark blue, with the inscription “USCYBERCOM” in Silver.

SAAA-IHS SUBJECT: Authorized Insignia for the United States Army Element, United States Cyber Command

SYMBOLISM

The two swords signify the dual nature of the command to defend the nation, and if necessary, engage our enemies through the cyber domain. The lightning bolt conveys the speed of operations and the undertaking of digital communication. The key illustrates the mission of the command to secure our nation’s information in the cyber realm while also unlocking the secrets of those who would see to do us harm. The globe portrays the world- wide scope of both the command and the universal cyber territory.

2. All manufacturing tools (hubs and dies) will be maintained by The Institute of Heraldry (TIOH) as part of our quality assurance program. In addition, TIOH retains a permanent record of the approved design and all correspondence for future reference. A set of standards samples with procurement instructions and a list of certified manufacturers was previously shipped to the Cyber Command POC and mailing address on record.

3. This authorization is in accordance with Memorandum, DAPE-ZA, 2 May 2019, subject: Authorization for Army Personnel to Wear the SSI for the USCYBERCOM and AR 670-1. A copy of this letter will become part of your permanent organizational history files.

4. In an effort to receive feedback for improving our services, I would ask that you complete a short survey contained in the link next under. Your comments are important to us for improving our processed and heraldic support to our customers. http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=card&sp=96857&dep=DoD&card=1

5. Your point of contact for this action is Mr. Garrison at [email protected] or 571-515-0324.

Encls CHARLES V. MUGNO Director CF: The U.S. Army Center of Military History

FOR SUBDUED INSIGNIA UCP: GLOBE TO BE BROWN 67136. BLUE AREAS TO BE BLACK 67138, *EXCEPT FOR BACKGROUND AND GLOBE GRIDLINES TO BE OLIVE DRAB 67133. BROWN AND BLACK AREAS TO BE BLACK 67138. YELLOW AREAS TO BE OLIVE DRAB 67133, *EXCEPT FOR SHIELD CHIEF TO BE BLACK 67138.

1/8” (0.32 cm)

CHAMOIS Cable No. 67142 all shaded areas

ULTRAMARINE BLUE Cable No. 67118 designation band, code, globe, lines on eagle

BROWN Cable No. 67136

3 1/2” (8.89 cm) eagle FLAG BLUE Cable No. 67124 background

WHITE Cable No. 67101 eagle head & tail, shield partitions BLACK Cable No. 67138 all solid areas

Distribution A. Approved for public release

AWW

MUGNO.CHARLES.V.10207 MUGNO.CHARLES.V.1020723374 23374 2019.05.21 10:26:28 -04'00' UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND TYPE II D-7007 ARMY ELEMENT FOR COLOR PLACEMENT ONLY **This Drawing is 6x-Actual Size**

ACTUAL SIZE------1 1/8” ± 1/64” High (2.86 cm ± 0.04 cm) NOT FOR COLOR MATCH

METAL COLOR------Silver APPROVED PLATING------Nickel FINISH------Mirror-like polish THE INSTITUTE OF HERALDRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY DESIGN: MUGNO.CHARLES.V.10 CHARGES------Flush MUGNO.CHARLE 20723374 S.V.1020723374 2019.08.19 13:52:32 -04'00' LETTERING------Finished metal PIERCING------None CHARLES V. MUGNO DESCRIPTION------Area between shield and scroll to be recessed and textured EPOXY------Stoning DIRECTOR CHIP No’s------Blue #18, Blue #20, Buff #24, White #28 AWW UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND TYPE II D-7007 ARMY ELEMENT

**This Drawing is 6x-Actual Size**

ACTUAL SIZE------1 1/8” ± 1/64” High (2.86 cm ± 0.04 cm)

METAL COLOR------Silver APPROVED PLATING------Nickel FINISH------Mirror-like polish THE INSTITUTE OF HERALDRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY DESIGN: MUGNO.CHARLES.V.10 CHARGES------Flush MUGNO.CHARLE 20723374 S.V.1020723374 2019.08.19 13:52:20 LETTERING------Finished metal -04'00' PIERCING------None CHARLES V. MUGNO DESCRIPTION------Area between shield and scroll to be recessed and textured EPOXY------Stoning DIRECTOR CHIP No’s------Blue #18, Blue #20, Buff #24, White #28 AWW 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18

18 18 18 18 18 18 24

28 28

20 20 28 18 18 28 20 20

UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND TYPE II D-7007 ARMY ELEMENT

**This Drawing is 6x-Actual Size**

ACTUAL SIZE------1 1/8” ± 1/64” High (2.86 cm ± 0.04 cm)

METAL COLOR------Silver APPROVED PLATING------Nickel FINISH------Mirror-like polish THE INSTITUTE OF HERALDRY, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY DESIGN: MUGNO.CHARLES.V.10 CHARGES------Flush MUGNO.CHARLE 20723374 S.V.1020723374 2019.08.19 13:52:03 -04'00' LETTERING------Finished metal PIERCING------None CHARLES V. MUGNO DESCRIPTION------Area between shield and scroll to be recessed and textured EPOXY------Stoning DIRECTOR CHIP No’s------Blue #18, Blue #20, Buff #24, White #28 AWW UNITED STATES ARMY ELEMENT UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND

SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA

Blazon. On a dark blue circular shaped embroidered item edged with a 1/8” (0.32cm) gold border, a field of gold wavy lines surmounted by a demi grid-lined sphere in dexter base edged with a gold border inscribed “9ec4c12949a4f31474f299058ce2b22a”, all within a blue designation band inscribed “UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND” between eight stars, four in front and four behind, all gold; in base an escutcheon blazoned as follows: Argent, between a bar conjoined with a demi pallet, in dexter chief two swords saltirewise, points upward, in sinister chief a lightning flash bend sinisterwise, and in base a key fesswise ward to dexter and downwards, all Sable; a chief Or; overall a bald eagle Proper wings detailed Azure perched upon the escutcheon. Overall dimensions are 3 ½” (8.89cm) in diameter.

Symbolism. The insignia combines blue and gold to represent the command. Blue, the color of intellect and loyalty, symbolizes the linkage in cyberspace between the physical and the cognitive realms as well as the loyalty of the command to the nation and the sacred principles and liberties upon which it was founded. The disk is trimmed in gold to represent the illumination of the cyberspace domain. Inlaid around the disk is USCYBERCOM in gold with four golden stars on each side. These stars represent the rank of the USCYBERCOM Commander and recognize the critical importance of this command to ensuring the cybersecurity of the Nation’s military information networks. Within the blue disk is a golden circle laid with MD5 hash that ties the command back to the early days of computer networking; USCYBERCOM’s mission statement is encrypted within this code. Inside the circle is a dark background traversed by golden threads representing the logical layers of cyberspace, where our critical data resides and transits. This dark background depicts the chaotic nature of cyberspace where knowledge often remains obscure. The golden threads connote the ability of cyberspace to illuminate the darkness and bring knowledge to light. The digital globe rests upon the cyber threads representing our network infrastructure and depicting the universal connectivity of the cyber domain.

UNITED STATES ARMY ELEMENT UNITED STATES CYBER COMMAND

DISTINCTIVE UNIT INSIGNIA

Blazon. On a shield shaped silver metal and epoxied device 1 1/8” (2.86cm) in height blazoned as follows: Argent, between a bar conjoined with a demi pallet, in dexter chief two swords saltirewise, points upward, in sinister chief a lightning flash bend sinisterwise, and in base a key fesswise ward to dexter and downwards, all Argent (Silver); a chief Buff. Above the shield a demi-sphere Azure (Dark Blue) grid-lined Argent (Silver); attached at the base of the shield, a blue scroll, doubled Dark blue, with the inscription “USCYBERCOM” in Silver.

Symbolism. The two swords signify the dual nature of the command to defend the nation, and if necessary, engage our enemies through the cyber domain. The lightning bolt conveys the speed of operations and the undertaking of digital communication. The key illustrates the mission of the command to secure our nation’s information in the cyber realm while also unlocking the secrets of those who would see to do us harm. The globe portrays the world-wide scope of both the command and the universal cyber territory.

Background. Approved effective 2 May 2019.