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Purpose. To define the functions and responsibilities of the Nuclear C3 System Engineer, Joint Staff, combatant commands, Services, and Defense agencies for the centralized direction, management, operation, and technical support of the nuclear C3 system. This instruction identifies the Nuclear C3 System Engineer support to the Chairman, not all DISA responsibilities as the Nuclear C3 System Engineer, and is fully compliant with national guidance for nuclear C2 as promulgated through National Security Presidential Directives.

Applicability. This instruction applies to the Joint Staff, Services, combatant commands, and Defense agencies.