960th Cyberspace Operations Group Detachment 1 Assumption of Command

Official Statements

• 960th Cyberspace Wing, November 9: “JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, TEXAS — Lt. Col. Nathan C. Waters assumed command of the 960th Cyberspace Operations Group Detachment 1 during an assumption of command ceremony here Nov. 7, 2026.

  Col. Andrew P. Feth, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group commander, presided over the event.

  Detachment 1 represents the latest expansion of offensive cyber power, providing combatant commanders with unprecedented agility and reach in the information domain. Crucially, the unit arms U.S. Cyber Command's most tasked combat mission team with the unique capability of Citizen Airmen. By training, equipping and presenting Citizen Airmen to U.S. Cyber Command, Detachment 1 enables a new paradigm of support by bringing in Airmen with unique experience and perspectives from industry, while enabling the retention and advancement of elite talent within the Department of War.

  During his remarks, Waters credited success owed to the recent standup of the 98th Cyberspace Operations Squadron. He also highlighted the significance of defending the nation while society continues to mature its understanding of cutting-edge technologies and multi-domain warfare.”