The coordination and use of various branches of the military, as well as agencies outside the military, to achieve military objectives.
Joint Operations: Joint operations refer to military actions that are conducted by two or more services (army, navy, air force, etc.) working together to accomplish a common objective.
Interagency Cooperation: Interagency Cooperation refers to the collaborative effort of multiple government agencies to achieve a common objective.
National Security Strategy: The National Security Strategy outlines the United States’ approach toward national security.
Military Strategy: Military Strategy refers to the overall plan and objectives for using military resources to achieve a nation's goals.
Intelligence Gathering: Intelligence Gathering involves the collection of information about foreign governments, organizations, and individuals that may affect national security.
Communication and Information Sharing: Communication and information sharing refer to the critical elements required for effective coordination and cooperation among different agencies.
Decision-making: Decision-making is the process of selecting a course of action from available alternatives to achieve a particular objective.
Risk Management: Risk Management involves the identification, evaluation, and mitigation of potential risks and hazards.
Crisis Management: Crisis Management involves the planning and coordination of resources to respond to a crisis situation.
Leadership and Management: Leadership and management refer to the principles and practices of organizing, planning, directing, and coordinating resources to achieve organizational objectives.
Resource Allocation: Resource Allocation refers to the process of assigning and distributing resources in an efficient and effective manner to support the mission of a joint operation.
Interoperability: Interoperability refers to the ability of different systems, organizations, and personnel to work effectively together.
Training and Education: Training and Education is the process of providing individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform their duties effectively.
Logistics: Logistics involve the planning and coordination of resources required to support joint operations, including transportation, supply, and maintenance.
International Law: International Law refers to the rules and principles that govern the conduct of nations, including the use of force and the protection of human rights.
Ethics: Ethics refers to the principles of right and wrong behavior that guide the decisions and actions of individuals involved in joint operations.
Cultural Awareness: Cultural Awareness refers to the knowledge and understanding of different cultural norms and values, which often influence the behavior and interactions of individuals in joint operations.
Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response: The provision of humanitarian assistance and disaster response involves the coordination of resources and personnel to help victims affected by natural disasters, conflicts, or other emergency situations.
Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity refers to the protection of computer systems and networks against hacking, theft, or other malicious activities that could pose a threat to national security.
Counterterrorism: Counterterrorism refers to the actions taken by governments to prevent terrorist attacks, including intelligence gathering, law enforcement, and military operations.
Joint Task Force: A temporary organization to conduct a specific mission or operation composed of personnel from multiple military services.
Combined Task Force: A multinational force under a single commander to achieve a specific objective, usually in response to a crisis or emergency.
Joint Interagency Task Force: A temporary multifunctional organization to address a specific problem or crisis that requires coordination among military, government, and non-governmental agencies.
Joint Information Operations Task Force: Responsible for planning and conducting information operations to influence the perceptions, attitudes, and behavior of targeted audiences in support of military objectives.
Joint Special Operations Task Force: Conducts specialized missions that require the unique skills of special operations forces from multiple military services and agencies.
Joint Military and Civil Operations Task Force: Coordinates and conducts military and civilian operations to respond to complex emergencies, such as natural disasters or civil unrest.
Defense Attaché System: Military liaisons stationed at embassies who work with foreign governments to advance U.S. defense and security objectives.
Joint Intelligence Operations Center: A multidisciplinary team responsible for providing timely and accurate intelligence support to joint military operations.
Joint Logistics Operations Center: Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing logistics support operations for joint military operations.
Joint Fires Integration and Interoperability Team: Responsible for coordinating the integration and interoperability of joint fires, such as artillery, air strikes, and missiles, to support joint military operations.