Cortney Ealey

Security Forces personnel are the Air Force's first line of defense and it is their job to maintain the rule of law on all Air Force bases and installations. All police activities associated with an Air Force base, from securing the perimeter of the base to being a dog handler, fall under this career field. Security Forces personnel are responsible for ensuring the safety of all base weapons, property and personnel from hostile forces. Security Forces personnel also train dog teams in all aspects of canine law enforcement and are occasionally assigned to an armory to control and safeguard arms, ammunition and equipment. This career field directly leads into a civilian job of law enforcement officer, security personnel and related government security agencies.

supervising offenders in the community, ensuring compliance with court orders, preparing reports for judges, and facilitating rehabilitation by connecting individuals with resources like counseling and job training, balancing public safety with offender support through regular monitoring, home visits, and court testimony.