Who coordinates underway security matters?

• A. ATTWO
• B. CNO
• C. CO
• D. TYCOM

Answer: (A)

Underway security matters are coordinated by the Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Watch Officer. This person oversees the ship’s security posture while the vessel is moving, directing security watches, enforcing access control, and coordinating responses to threats. They work closely with the Master-at-Arms and the Command Duty Officer to implement the current force protection condition and related procedures, ensuring clear and rapid communication across the ship. The Commanding Officer retains overall responsibility for the ship, and higher-level policy comes from the Type Commander and the Chief of Naval Operations, but the day-to-day, on-scene coordination of security during underway operations rests with the ATTWO.