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    EDUCATE

    ...our citizens to be cyber smart, and develop pathways for the future cyber workforce.

  • ENGAGE
    ENGAGE

    ...and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues.

  • COMMEMORATE
    COMMEMORATE

    ...our cryptologic history & those who served within the cryptologic community.

THE NCF VISION

Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology through leadership, education, and partnerships.

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April 3, 2015

"80 Years of Excellence for the Navy Information Warfare/Cryptology Community"

Use the "zoom" tool on your Internet browser to view the Infographic closer OR view the original article on the NAVY Live Blog - via the link below.

NAVY Live Blog article by Master Chief Cryptologic Technician Collection, James D. Eaton
Lead Chief Petty Officer, Navy Cryptologic Office (N9), U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. TENTH Fleet

March 11th 2015 is celebrated as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Navy’s cryptologic/information warfare community. The date is observed as the birth of Navy cryptology with the first use of the “group” moniker that would last until the evolution that advanced into today’s U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/U.S. TENTH Fleet.

From the article....."The Navy’s modern cryptologic history can be traced back to the first wireless transmission from a U.S. Navy ship in 1899, made possible by the research of Lieutenant Bradley A. Fiske. It truly took sail in October 1928 when the Navy implemented training for its inaugural class of ‘foreign wireless communications intercept’ operators in a blockhouse on the roof of the old Navy Department building, and the “On-the-Roof Gang” was born. At the height of WWII the Naval communication program comprised more than 22,000 officers and 225,000 Sailors. Since that time, cryptologists have played a direct role in every U.S. conflict and have evolved to meet the dynamic challenges of modern cyber warfare. Congratulations to all of our outstanding Shipmates who carry on the storied heritage of Navy cryptology."

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About Us

The NCF's Vision is to strengthen trust in the digital ecosystem.

The NCF Mission: Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology as we:

Educate citizens to be cyber smart individuals, 

Develop pathways for the future cyber and cryptologic workforce, 

Engage and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues and, 

Commemorate our cryptologic history and those who served. 

The Foundation provides exceptional cryptologic programs, encourages young minds to learn about cryptology and to explore cyber-related career opportunities, hosts educational, cryptology-related exhibits at various community events, and honors the people— past and present—whose contributions to our national security protect and make possible our way of life.

The NCF also provides needed support to the National Cryptologic Museum (NCM), the first public museum in the U.S. Intelligence Community. Located adjacent to the National Security Agency (NSA) in Maryland, the NCM houses a unique and priceless collection of artifacts that represent our Nation's history in code making and code breaking, as well as a world class library of cryptologic media. The NCF has acquired rare and invaluable artifacts for the Museum and helps to support new educational and interactive exhibits.

The NCF is a 501(c)(3) organization.

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