Space Force Activates Two Cyber Squadrons to Defend Launch Infrastructure at Vandenberg and Patrick

Space Systems Command activated the 630th Cyberspace Squadron at Vandenberg SFB (March 10) and reassigned the 645th CYS to Patrick SFB, creating dedicated real-time cyber defense for both major US launch ranges. The units protect against satellite hijacking, ground system compromise, and malware targeting launch infrastructure during active operations. Adversary cyber operations during launch windows represent a critical vulnerability in US space access.