NIWA Suitland

• NIWA Stands for Naval Intelligence Warfare Activity: NIWA Suitland is an integral part of the U.S. Navy's intelligence and information warfare community, providing crucial support for naval operations worldwide. • Location and Significance: The unit is based at the National Maritime Intelligence Center (NMIC) in Suitland, Maryland, a hub for maritime intelligence collaboration across U.S. military and federal agencies. • Roots in Cold War Era: The predecessor organizations of NIWA played key roles in tracking Soviet naval movements and providing strategic intelligence during the Cold War. • Supporting Fleet Operations: NIWA analysts deliver real-time intelligence to U.S. Navy fleets, supporting everything from carrier strike group deployments to anti-submarine warfare. • Integration with National Intelligence: NIWA works closely with the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), the oldest continuously operating intelligence service in the U.S. Navy, founded in 1882. • Cyber and Information Warfare: NIWA is at the forefront of naval cyber operations, supporting the U.S. Navy’s efforts to counter cyber threats and safeguard maritime networks. • Humanitarian Missions: NIWA intelligence has been used in support of humanitarian and disaster relief missions, providing maritime domain awareness for response planning. • Global Reach: The unit supports intelligence requirements for naval operations across the globe, including anti-piracy missions, counterterrorism, and freedom of navigation operations. • Joint and Allied Cooperation: NIWA often collaborates with allied and partner nations, exchanging intelligence and enhancing maritime security worldwide. • Cutting-edge Technology: NIWA leverages advanced tools like artificial intelligence, geospatial intelligence, and satellite imagery to provide actionable insights to commanders.