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Air Force Cyber Direct Commissioning Program enhancement helps to onboard future cyber cfficers
April 19, 2023 — The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce... MORE

The U.S. Air Force is revolutionizing how it recruits and commissions the next generation of cyber professionals. The Air Force is utilizing the Cyber Direct Commissioning Program to address current manning requirements in the cyber workforce. Leveraging this authority allows the Air Force to fulfill critical technical skills desired by various missions throughout the service. This program reduces the training cycle for officers and accelerates the onboarding process to meet urgent and future mission needs.

Airmen and Guardians invited to DAF Learning Services quarterly 'Water Cooler' Apr. 26
April 19, 2023 — Open to all Airmen and Guardians, the next Department of the Air Force Learning Services "Water Cooler" event is scheduled for April 26 beginning at 2:30 p.m. central time... MORE

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Air Force Reserve Command celebrates diamond anniversary
April 19, 2023 — For 75 years, Reserve Citizen Airmen have answered the nation’s call with a record of combat-proven readiness while also transforming for the future. In celebration of this milestone, Lt. Gen. John Healy, chief of the Air Force Reserve and commander of Air Force Reserve Command, hosted the Reserve’s 75th birthday celebration with a cake-cutting ceremony and dedication of a new Profiles in Leadership display at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, April 14... MORE

picture of Chief of Air Force Reserve Lt. Gen. John Healy, left, Senior Airman Shamadre Chambliss, the youngest airman present, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. and Chief Master Sgt. Tim White, command chief of Air Force Reserve Command, posing after cutting the cake

Air Force Security Forces Center Information Fusion Cell enhances installation security
April 19, 2023 — The Air Force Security Forces Center Information Fusion Cell has incorporated a new tool to further protect installation resources and personnel. The Defense Department’s current emphasis on installation security led AFSFC, a primary subordinate unit of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, to implement the Air Force-wide gathering and reporting of attempted unauthorized breaches by foreign nationals at all installations... MORE

Security Forces installation gate entry control

CYBER HYGIENE | Protecting, informing Airmen, families about threats in today's digital and information environment
April 19, 2023 — The principles of Digital Force Protection are designed to protect and inform Airmen and their families about the threats encountered in today's digital and information environment. Protection against these threats is practiced through several techniques which include critical analysis and social media hygiene. ... MORE

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Open House takes place April 22
April 19, 2023 — Join the fun April 22 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Open House... MORE

Near-death experience gives military chaplain new lease on life
April 18, 2023 — He had lost his family, his home and nearly his job, but it took a near-death experience for Lt. Col. Bret Gilmore to finally quit drinking and regain his life. The Army chaplain said it was a close call that he can't afford to repeat... MORE

New policy restricting PCS shipment, storage of some lithium batteries takes effect May 15
April 18, 2023 — With peak summer permanent change of station season just around the corner, there are a few things military members and families should consider when preparing for their upcoming moves. One hot item this year is lithium batteries... MORE

Lithium battery labels demonstrate the potential hazards the batteries present. Although the Defense Personal Property Management Office recognizes this new policy on the shipment of lithium batteries may cause an inconvenience to Soldiers and Families, DPPMO is committed to abiding by local and international laws regarding the movement of hazardous cargo. Customers are encouraged to talk to their local transportation offices on this matter and communicate with their moving companies regarding their upcoming PCS moves. (Courtesy graphic)

Fiesta royalty join MEDCoE Soldiers for Fiesta Run
April 18, 2023 — This year’s Fiesta San Antonio Royalty joined U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Soldiers for a two-mile Fiesta Run April 18... MORE

CYBER HYGIENE | DOD assessing document disclosures and implementing mitigation measures
April 18, 2023 — The Defense Department continues to actively address the incident involving the unauthorized disclosure of classified documents, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said April 17... MORE

Special Warfare candidates complete obstacle course at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland
April 17, 2023 — Grit, bravery, and determination – some of the requirements of a special warfare candidate. Candidates recently maneuvered as teams through an obstacle course during the Special Warfare Training Wing Assessment & Selection Course at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland March 14-15, 2023... MORE

CYBER HYGIENE | Protecting sensitive information is our shared imperative
April 17, 2023 — Reminders for all Department of Defense personnel: Members of the Department of Defense, whether active military, civilian or contractor, share a sworn duty to protect sensitive information. It is essential to protecting our missions, and the lives of service members, DOD employees, contractors, and their families. Disclosure of sensitive information carries tremendous ramifications. ... MORE

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JBSA-Randolph member wins President’s Volunteer Service Award
April 17, 2023 — The President’s Volunteer Service Award was created in 2003 to highlight the importance of volunteerism in America. The award honors those who spent significant time creating a positive impact in their community through volunteering. This year, a Team Randolph member will collect this prestigious award. ... MORE

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Nicole Reddick (left), 502nd Force Support Group, presents a certificate for the President’s Volunteer Service Award to Marshall Lamont, 15-year-old, Apr. 1, 2023, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Lamont earned the award by earning over 70 hours of volunteer time. The award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, as well.

59th Medical Wing: An Airman who wants to make a difference through international relations
April 17, 2023 — Airman 1st Class Stephanie Essomba, a dental laboratory technician at the 59th Dental Support Squadron, began learning about policy processes, decision making and the impact those policies could have on people’s lives and fell in love with it... MORE

Courtesy photo of Stephanie Essomba after graduating basic military training with her mother and sister. (Courtesy photo)

PHOTOS | JBSA tests extreme weather response and recovery
April 17, 2023 — Multiple 502nd Air Base Wing agencies tested their response capabilities during an extreme weather response exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 29, 2023, to ensure that their actions and performance during actual emergencies are practiced and more familiar... MORE

Testing extreme weather response and recovery

MC-12W Liberty aircrew honors fellow Airmen who died in 2013 crash
April 17, 2023 — Five aircrew aboard an MC-12W Liberty from Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma City, landed at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland March 29 and departed with a piece of equipment from an MC-12W that crashed April 27, 2013, near Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, killing four. ... MORE

MC-12W Liberty aircrew from Will Rogers Air National Guard Base, Oklahoma City, leave their aircraft after landing March 29, 2023, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Strengthening Air and Space Force installations takes center stage at summit
April 17, 2023 — Nearly 200 Air and Space Force installation leaders gathered in San Antonio April 11-13 during the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center 2023 Mission Support Leaders' Summit... MORE

Mission Monday: Security Forces Intelligence Analysis
April 17, 2023 — It’s Mission Monday. Meet Master Sgt. Nicole Moeller, intelligence analysis manager at the Air Force Security Forces Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. ... MORE

PHOTOS | Joint Base San Antonio hosts civilian hiring event at St. Philips College
April 14, 2023 — Joint Base San Antonio hosted a civilian hiring event at St. Philips College in San Antonio on April 12, 2023. The hiring event provided an avenue for prospective candidates to connect with JBSA direct hiring authorities to speed up filling vacancies... MORE

PHOTOS | JBSA-Lackland turns out to 'Purple Up' for Month of the Military Child
April 14, 2023 — Members of the 802nd Force Support Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland turned out to celebrate a Month Of the Military Child "Purple Up" event at Lackland Elementary School April 14... MORE