ABOUT pmolant charleston, South Carolina
- Origins in World War II: PMO-LANT (Project Management Office - Littoral & Afloat Networks) traces its roots to Charleston's critical naval installations established during World War II, supporting the Atlantic fleet’s logistical and technological needs.
- Key Role in Communications: The unit is central in developing and sustaining secure and reliable communications for the U.S. Navy and other military branches operating in the Atlantic and globally.
- Support for Littoral Combat Ships: PMO-LANT has been instrumental in integrating advanced network and IT systems aboard Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), enhancing their mission flexibility and cyber resilience.
- Base Realignment and Growth: Following the 1990s BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure) process, Charleston’s military facilities, including PMO-LANT, expanded their mission sets and took on new technology programs.
- Cybersecurity Pioneer: The unit has played a pioneering role in deploying cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for afloat and shore-based Navy platforms.
- Disaster Relief Support: Personnel and systems managed by PMO-LANT have supported disaster relief operations, providing emergency communications during hurricanes and natural disasters in the Southeast U.S. and Caribbean.
- Women in Technology: PMO-LANT has been recognized for fostering diversity, with women taking on significant leadership roles in engineering and project management.
- Transition to NIWC Atlantic: PMO-LANT is a key component of the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic, supporting the Navy’s transition to information warfare and digital dominance.
- Global Reach: While based in Charleston, PMO-LANT’s teams deploy worldwide, supporting Navy and joint forces in Europe, the Middle East, and the Western Pacific.
- Innovation in Shipboard Networks: The unit has led several “firsts” in deploying shipboard wireless networks, mobile computing, and cloud integration for naval vessels, keeping the fleet on the cutting edge.