The II Marine Expeditionary Force Operations Center serves as the USMC’s headquarters for directing combat operations across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. It houses office, training, and support spaces, along with the Combat Operations Center (COC) and Secure Facility Operations Center.

The COC provides visibility into Secret-level operations with a multi-tiered watch floor, video wall, and coordination stations for combat, logistics, and aviation. It includes the commander’s Battle Cabin for planning without disrupting operations and connects directly to the General’s office suite via a private stair.

The Secure Facility Operations Center supports Top Secret and higher operations, linking multiple secure networks for operational connectivity.

Strategically located at Camp Lejeune’s highest point to prevent flooding, the facility is built with blast-resistant concrete and glazing, a reinforced metal roof system, and impact-resistant materials.

Key infrastructure includes secure/non-secure loading docks, satellite and radio antenna pads, emergency expansion hardstand, secure mechanical chiller yard, and redundant generators for resilience in disasters or wartime.

Security measures include a guard force ready room with weapons storage, sleeping areas, and a bullet-resistant entry lobby. The site is designed to mitigate Vehicle Borne IED threats, with controlled access points for personnel and cleared vehicles.