Cyber Protection Brigade Shoulder Sleeve Insignia

Description

On a shield shaped embroidered item 3 1/8 inches (7.94 cm) in height and 2 3/4 inches (6.99 cm) in width, blazoned as follows: Quarterly Gris (Steel Gray) and Argent, between four mullets counterchanged, a pellet surmounted by a roundel Celeste, bearing an annulet of eight mullets Or, overall a compass rose of the last throughout charged with a roundel Argent (Steel Gray) fimbriated Sable, charged with a mullet Or.

Symbolism

Steel gray and black are the colors traditionally associated with Cyber units. The pale blue disc represents the globe itself and the worldwide reach of the organization through global networks. The gold compass rose exemplifies exploration of new technologies and how the Soldiers in the Brigade are pioneers in cyber defense. The 13 stars signify the 13 original teams in the organization. The black band around the globe and compass symbolizes the past, present, and future, and the white and gray shield allude to the organization’s role as network defenders.

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