Defense Joint Counterintelligence Activities

The Defense Joint Counterintelligence Activities program, part of the Air Force's Research, Development, Test & Evaluation efforts, focuses on developing advanced technologies to counteract hostile technical capabilities. The primary goal is to enhance security at mission planning locations and theater commander centers by providing secure environments and supporting counterintelligence operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force requirements. This initiative aims to advance technical surveillance countermeasures that can effectively thwart foreign intelligence threats.

A key component of this program is the development of cyber counterintelligence capabilities. These efforts are designed to support the Air Force Office of Special Investigations in detecting and neutralizing covert activities by foreign intelligence entities targeting sensitive information in cyberspace. The program supports various cyber threat pursuit activities, including COPPER CASTLE and JUPITER SENTINEL, which are integral to maintaining the integrity of classified information.

The program collaborates with several research institutions, including Naval Research Labs, MIT/Lincoln Labs, Sandia National Labs, and Air Force Research Labs. These partnerships focus on advancing counterintelligence equipment and software through ongoing research and development efforts. The objective is to continuously improve state-of-the-art capabilities that protect against criminal activities targeting sensitive Air Force and DoD information.

The Defense Joint Counterintelligence Activities program seeks to ensure that the Air Force remains at the forefront of counterintelligence technology development. By investing in cutting-edge research and leveraging partnerships with leading research institutions, the program aims to provide robust defenses against evolving threats posed by foreign intelligence entities.