PSYCHOLOGICAL OPERATIONS
Born from the counterpropaganda and resistance efforts of World War I, modern-day Psychological Operations Soldiers use the power of influence to shape the global security environment and achieve United States national security goals.
As the Department of Defense’s primary influence capability, members of the Psychological Operations Regiment support commanders, U.S. ambassadors, allies, and other governmental agencies.
PSYOP Soldiers typically operate in small, autonomous teams or with other Special Operations forces to develop relationships with a country’s civilian population, government figures and military and law enforcement agencies.
Experts in their field, they specialize in unconventional capabilities, cultural expertise, language proficiency, military deception and advanced communications techniques encompassing all forms of media.
PSYOP Soldiers operate on small autonomous teams, with the primary mission to persuade local populations.
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PSYOP Soldiers’ primary missions include Military Information Support Operations (MISO), Civil Authority Information Support, Military Support to Public Diplomacy, and Military Deception (MILDEC).
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PSYOP Candidates must embark on a long and rigorous training process to become Psychological Operations Soldiers. Learn more about PSYOP Training.
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Interested in becoming a PSYOP Soldier? Learn more about initial PSYOP requirements, and whether you qualify for PSYOP training.
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The use of Psychological Warfare has been essential to U.S. military operations since World War I and is a key element in Special Operations today. Learn about the establishment of Psychological Operations, and some of its most notable missions through history.
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Learn more about the technological capabilities of PSYOP Soldiers, and the equipment they use in the field.
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