The Bottom Line Upfront

The United States Navy demoted Command Senior Chief Grisel Marrero after she set up an unauthorized Wi-Fi network on the USS Manchester combat ship.

The Breakdown

  • Marrero installed and covered up the network without approval, leading to her court-martial and other sailors being punished.
  • This incident underscores strict regulations against unauthorized tech installations aboard naval vessels due to security risks. Maintaining disciplined adherence to protocols is crucial in safeguarding sensitive military operations.
  • Marrero was charged with dereliction of duty, making false statements, and obstruction of justice.
  •  She was demoted from E-8 to E-7.
  • Other participating sailors faced disciplinary actions as well.
  • The Wi-Fi use regulation aims at minimizing cyber vulnerabilities that could compromise mission integrity.