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Stephen B. Szalai

Commanding Officer - NTAG Golden Gate

09 November 2022

NTAG Golden Gate
A native of Lynbrook, New York, Commander Stephen B. Szalai graduated from Boston University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and earned his commission through the NROTC program.
NTAG Golden Gate
Commander Stephen B. Szalai
A native of Lynbrook, New York, Commander Stephen B. Szalai graduated from Boston University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and earned his commission through the NROTC program.
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A native of Lynbrook, New York, Commander Stephen B. Szalai graduated from Boston University in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in biology and earned his commission through the NROTC program.

Afloat, his assignments include Main Propulsion Officer onboard USS Tortuga (LSD 46), Navigator aboard USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), Staff Officer aboard Destroyer Squadron ONE, Chief Engineer aboard USS Russell (DDG 59), Material and Logistics Officer (N4) aboard Destroyer Squadron 23, and Auxiliaries Officer aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70).

Throughout his time at sea, Szalai deployed seven times to the U.S. 3rd and U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibilities and participated in various operations and exercises to include: CARAT, Cobra Gold, Balakitan, Winter Fury, Keen Edge, Talisman Saber, and Northern Edge.

Ashore, he served as J52 Country Director at U.S. Pacific Command.  Additionally, he graduated from Anti-submarine/ Anti-surface Warfare Tactics Instructor course of instruction.

He reported to Navy Talent Acquisition Group Golden Gate as Executive Officer in December 2024 and assumed command in April 2026.

His personal awards include the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation and Achievement Medals as well as multiple unit and service awards.

He’s married to Laura Szalai, with three children, Liana, Zoe, and Sienna.