What do security forces officers do

Utilizing their broad expertise encompassing weapons systems, antiterrorism, law enforcement, air base defense, industrial security and combat arm, Security Forces Officers ensure we achieve this objective.

Directing air base defense functions, these professionals control and secure the terrain inside and adjacent to military installations as well as the personnel, equipment and resources within to continue keeping us safe. Career Tasks Lead, manage and direct Security Forces personnel and activities. Protect nuclear and conventional weapons systems and other resources.

From enforcing traffic regulations to being essential components of antiterrorism activities, Security Forces officers direct all air base security, defense and law enforcement functions.

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Non-Prior Service ». Without a defense, there is no offense. Within the Air Force only select units have the honor to wear a beret and Security Forces is one of them. Its emblem depicts a falcon over an airfield with the motto Defensor Fortis. M9 Semiautomatic Pistol. M4 Carbine Assault Rifle. MB Machine Gun. M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade.