The JFHQ-DODIN Information Series seeks to establish a common understanding of
terms, concepts, frameworks, and operations that are core factors to this command's efforts
to improve DoD's ability to effectively manage cyber risk to all DoD missions.

You may often hear the term “DACO” being thrown around when it comes to DoDIN operations and defense, but what does DACO really mean and how is it used? This article explains the foundational elements of DACO.

Joint Force Headquarters-Department of Defense Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN) reports directly to U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). It bridges the gap between tactical level organizations and strategic goals, as a command and control (C2) headquarters that operates at the operational level of warfare.