The U.S. Space Force has established dedicated cyber defense squadrons at its primary launch facilities to protect against digital threats targeting rocket operations. The new units are stationed at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, the nation's two primary launch sites.
The cyber defense squadrons represent a response to increasing concerns about malicious hacking attempts against space launch infrastructure. These specialized units will focus on protecting critical launch systems, communication networks, and mission-essential equipment from cyber attacks that could disrupt or compromise space missions.