N61 is one of more than 30 N-Codes and sub-codes at CNRH.
N-Codes are the operational backbone of a Navy command. Each N-Code functions as a department with a specific set of responsibilities and dedicated staff. Many N-Codes have sub-codes that oversee specific programs. The N-Code system was developed to provide a structure of the U.S. Navy for the Chief of Naval Operations, which is typically illustrated in the command’s organizational chart.
Roy Gonsalves is the C3P Ashore manager at CNRH and Michael Cieslak is the chief information officer for the N6 department.
N61 is located at Building 475 on the Pearl Harbor side of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH).
C3P Ashore provides essential IT solutions and support services across the region by delivering critical service and support for systems and applications that are vital for emergency service personnel, security, and emergency response at CNRH.
C3P Ashore provides two distinct support pillars to CNRH. The N611 branch provides Indo-Pacific Partners Land Mobile Radio (IP2LMR) program management, Deployable Communications Package (DCP) Continuity of Operations (COOP) satellite communications, and alarm/system administration for the Regional Dispatch Center (RDC).
The N612 branch administers Electronic Security System (ESS) services based on the Navy’s Shore Sensor Systems Network (3SPN), which provides the Access Control System (ACS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and enables a Virtual Perimeter Monitoring System for the Region and supported commands.
C3P Ashore is comprised of 20 dedicated employees spread across three primary roles including system and network administration, alarm administration, and emergency communications.
A network administrator is the backbone of an organization's IT infrastructure, responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and wireless networks. Their duties encompass a wide range of tasks including installing and configuring network hardware and software, monitoring network performance and security, troubleshooting network issues, managing user access and permissions, implementing and maintaining network security protocols, and ensuring data backup and recovery procedures are in place. Ultimately, the network administrator ensures smooth and secure operation of the network, allowing users to access resources and communicate effectively, thereby supporting the organization's overall mission objectives.
The alarm administrator’s role focuses on ensuring the electronic security of a facility through effective management of intrusion detection systems. Their role involves planning, installing, configuring, and maintaining alarm systems and the accurate reporting of sensors and surveillance equipment that monitor for unauthorized access or breaches. This includes managing access control systems, programming alarm parameters, and integrating various security components. Alarm administrators work closely with alarm integration vendors, conducting regular tests and maintenance of the systems, ensuring their operational effectiveness, and staying informed about security best practices and emerging threats to adapt and improve the facility's security posture.
C3P Ashore ensures reliable emergency communications through detailed planning, interoperability across organizations, and coordination with external partners. This includes securing communication sites, maintaining equipment, and providing power redundancy to strengthen network support. During emergencies, C3P Ashore provides real-time support by providing technical assistance, information management, and allocating proper resources during crises. Continuous improvement on these projects is achieved through after-action reviews, technology updates, and pre-planned revisions to ensure that emergency communications remain functional and effective throughout various crisis scenarios.
C3P Ashore is the tech support provider for a wide range of critical systems that keep CNRH and Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) safe, secure, and operational. N61 delivers critical IT services for many of these programs that are essential for its day-to-day operations in support of the fleet and the warfighter. The Shore Sensor Systems Network (3SPN) provides critical Electronic Security Services (ESS) to region, installation, and tenants, ensuring effective threat detection and rapid security response, and the protection of critical assets on base. Additionally, the IP2LMR acts as the U.S. Navy’s radio system, which enables Sailors and security personnel to communicate with each other across region installations. As part of the Emergency Management Department, the RDC relies on assistance from C3P Ashore to keep their network running smoothly and reliably to receive and prioritize emergency calls and dispatch requisite emergency services in the event of a crisis.
Cieslak said that the combined years of experience and extensive knowledge make his IT specialists a highly capable team.
“As the principal IT advisor, we enable business and operational functions for the region and provide strategic and tactical IT support to the N-Codes, empowering them to support the fleet, warfighter, and families,” he said.
Cieslak praised his team for their dedication and resilience.
“Our ability to provide services remains strong, even in severely resource-constrained environments,” said Cieslak. “Based in Hawaii, our team currently embodies the spirit of ohana, demonstrating unwavering dedication to the mission, consistently delivering outstanding technical expertise with the utmost professionalism, and proactively safeguarding our operational capabilities and cybersecurity posture.”
For more information about the Information Technology Department, visit
https://www.cnic.navy.mil/Operations-and-Management/Base-Support/Command-and-Staff/IT-Services/.