# DoD Replaces Space Policy Assistant Secretary

The Department of Defense replaced Marc Berkowitz as assistant secretary of war for space policy, and former deputy Michael Gancio is serving as acting assistant secretary. The change is a leadership transition; the signal reports no related contract, procurement, or funding action.

- Contractors supporting DoD space policy and defense programs should verify current government points of contact and account for possible changes in departmental priorities.
- The signal identifies no new solicitation, award, funding amount, or deadline, so it does not establish a specific procurement opportunity.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 02, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)

### Sources
- [Berkowitz out at DoD Space Policy office - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/10/berkowitz-out-at-dod-space-policy-office) - Breaking Defense