VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Cmdr. Kyle Strausbaugh, a native of Virginia Beach, Virginia, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC), part of the Navy’s expeditionary force.
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Strausbaugh graduated from Kellam High School in 2005.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Virginia Beach.
“Both of my parents instilled a work ethic in me that has followed me since my youth,” Strausbaugh said. "That, combined with the lessons learned in numerous sports teams growing up shaped who I am today."
Strausbaugh joined the Navy 16 years ago. Today, Strausbaugh serves as an operations officer.
“My grandfather served in the Navy, he was my role model growing up ,” Strausbaugh said. "I wanted to follow his footsteps and serve."
Headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) provides oversight, training and support for the Navy’s expeditionary forces worldwide. From EOD technicians and Seabees to maritime security and logistics sailors, NECC integrates these specialized communities into a ready force capable of deploying quickly and operating wherever they’re needed. A dedicated civilian workforce stands alongside uniformed personnel, ensuring the command has the depth and expertise to keep pace with evolving missions.
NECC’s focus is clear: Arrive on Station, Stay on Station, and Sustain the Fight. By building readiness at home and enabling operations abroad, NECC ensures that expeditionary sailors are equipped, trained, and prepared to deliver when the Navy and the nation call.
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Strausbaugh has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm simply grateful for the endless amount of talented Sailors and civilian personnel that I've been able to work with,” Strausbaugh said. "All of my accomplishments can be attributed to everyone I've worked with."
Strausbaugh serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“The opportunity to serve has meant the world to me,” Strausbaugh said. "I'll always be thankful to all the Navy has provided."
Strausbaugh is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I wouldn't be here without the support of my wife, Amanda,” Strausbaugh said. "She is a rockstar at home, but most importantly, is the source of my strength during the day and at work."
“All I want to say is - 'Go Navy, beat Army!',” Strausbaugh said.