2025 Headquarters Air Force Security Forces Individual Award Winners
Chief Gallagher and I are pleased to announce the 2025 Headquarters Air Force Security Forces Individual Award winners. These Defender awards recognize individuals whose exceptional dedication and professionalism have made a significant impact on the Security Forces Enterprise and their respective duty stations. Their contributions exemplify the highest standards of service and commitment, inspiring us all to strive for excellence. We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the winners and nominees who participated. Your dedication and excellence are truly commendable!
Reference: DAFMAN 36-2806, Military Awards Criteria and Procedures. The Air and Space Recognition Ribbon are awarded to individuals and members of small teams selected as overall winners of a HAF or functional community award.
AWARD WINNERS BY RESPECTIVE CATEGORIES:
Colonel Billy Jack Carter:
MSgt Byron T. Taylor Sr., 6th Security Forces Squadron, MacDill AFB, FL (AMC)
Airman First Class Elizabeth N. Jacobsen Award for Expeditionary Excellence:
SSgt Katy M. Kyllonen, 96th Security Forces Squadron, Eglin AFB, FL (AFMC)
Staff Sergeant ‘TJ’ Lobraico Award for Excellence:
TSgt Matthew F. Plizga, 911th Security Forces Squadron, Pittsburgh IAP ARS, PA (AFRC)
Security Forces Company Grade Officer of the Year Award:
Capt Arthur T. Yencho, 91st Security Forces Group, Minot AFB, ND (AFGSC)
Security Forces Operations Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
MSgt Harold L. Snider, 374th Security Forces Squadron, Yokota AB, Japan (PACAF)
Security Forces Operations Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
TSgt Damion J. Johnson, 90th Security Forces Group, F.E. Warren AFB, WY (AFGSC)
Security Forces Operations Airman of the Year Award:
SrA Kevin Retana, 366th Security Forces Squadron, Mountain Home AFB, ID (ACC)
Security Forces Operations Civilian of the Year Award (Supervisory):
SFC Robert J. Cox, 11th Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC (AFDW)
Security Forces Operations Civilian of the Year Award (Non-Supervisory):
Officer Giuseppe S. Diana, 87th Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ (AMC)
Security Forces Support Staff Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
MSgt Timothy I. Balson, 420th Air Base Squadron, RAF Fairford, United Kingdom (USAFE-AFAFRICA)
Security Forces Support Staff Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
TSgt Davin M. Horsley, 673d Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK (PACAF)
Security Forces Support Staff Airman of the Year Award:
SrA William R. Bosworth, 341st Security Forces Squadron, Malmstrom AFB, MT (AFGSC)
Security Forces Support Staff Civilian of the Year Award:
Mr. Robert G. Ogeda, 412th Security Forces Squadron, Edwards AFB, CA (AFMC)
Security Forces Military Working Dog Professional of the Year Award:
SSgt James C. Brown III, 316th Security Support Squadron, Joint Base Andrews, MD (AFDW)
Security Forces Combat Arms Training & Maintenance Professional of the Year Award:
SSgt Quentin D. Parker, 316th Security Support Squadron, Joint Base Andrews, MD (AFDW)
Security Forces Higher Headquarters Company Grade Officer of the Year Award:
Capt Logan M. Schraufnagel, 9th Air Force (AFCENT), Al Udeid AB, Qatar (ACC)
Security Forces Higher Headquarters Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
MSgt Humberto M. Miranda, USAFE-AFAFRICA/A4S, Ramstein AB, Germany (USAFE-AFAFRICA)
Security Forces Higher Headquarters Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
TSgt Cody R. Seiber, HQ AMC/A4S, Scott AFB, IL (AMC)
Security Forces Higher Headquarters Civilian Employee of the Year Award:
Mr. Jason S. Parker, USAFE-AFAFRICA/A4S, Ramstein AB, Germany (USAFE-AFAFRICA)
Security Forces Air Reserve Component Company Grade Officer of the Year Award:
Capt Bilal Temsah, 911th Security Forces Squadron, Pittsburgh IAP ARS, PA (AFRC)
Security Forces Air Reserve Component Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
MSgt Adam M. Tremblay, 439th Security Forces Squadron, Westover ARB, MA (AFRC)
Security Forces Air Reserve Component Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Award:
SSgt Nathaniel R. Mauricio, 149th Security Forces Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, TX (NGB)
Security Forces Air Reserve Component Airman of the Year Award:
SrA Benjamin R. Hathaway, 157th Security Forces Squadron, Pease ANGB, NH (NGB)
Best,
Brig Gen Filler
BRIAN A. FILLER, Brig Gen, USAF
Director of Security Forces
