# Introduction

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**Organization:** National Cadet Cyber Programs \
**Author:** Lt. Col. Paul Creed III\
**Contributors:** Lt. Col. Bill Sydow, Lt. Col. Jacob Stauffer, Maj. Bill Blatchley, Capt. Chuck Milam, Capt. Roy Vestal\
**Version:** 20180825

### DESCRIPTION

An introduction into CyberPatriot operations from the perspective of Civil Air Patrol Cyber Programs.

### DISCLAIMER

The subject matter in this book was strictly developed for use by Cyber Defense Training Academy staff, designated training instructors, and course trainees. At no time will partial or full reproductions of this course, workbook, handouts, or presentations, electronic, or printed material be made without the explicit written consent from the Cyber Defense Training Academy Commandant or designated approving authority. Violations will be pursued to the fullest extent of the law.

### ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

To the men and women of the United States Air Force, who defend this nation's cyber infrastructure 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; their dedication to this mission and the understanding that the education of our nation’s youth exemplifies the Air Force’s second core value Service Before Self.


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