NORFOLK, Virginia - The commanding officer of the Naval Information Warfare Training Group (NIWTG), Norfolk was relieved on Jan. 16, 2025, due to a loss of confidence in her ability to command.
Rear Adm. Brian A. Harding, commander of Naval Information Warfighting Development Center, relieved Cmdr. Sarah M. Quemada of her duties as NITWG Norfolk's commanding officer. NITWG Norfolk is a subordinate command of the Naval Information Warfighting Development Center command based in Norfolk, Virginia.
The Navy maintains the highest standards for commanding officers and holds them accountable when those standards are not met.
Capt. Steve McIntire has been temporarily assigned as NITWG Norfolk's commanding officer until a permanent replacement is designated.
Cmdr. Quemada assumed command of NITWG Norfolk in June 2023. She has been temporarily reassigned to Naval Information Forces.
