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  • Indicators for Insider Threats may include: Threatening statements or actions; Signs of disgruntelment with policies and decisions; Idealogical changes or opposition to the mission; and Impact of external influences on work, such as substance abuse problems, financial problems, or association with anti-U.S. or criminal groups. (Graphic by Maj. Sarah Bergstein, OSI/PA)

    The Importance of Insider Threat Awareness

    Each September, the Office of Special Investigations (OSI), and partners across the federal government, participate in National Insider Threat Awareness Month. This year’s theme, “Insider Threat and Cultural Awareness,” encourages promoting awareness and understanding of cultural differences within the workforce, organizations and individuals to avoid social missteps and prevent unintentional harm that may lead to increased risk of insider threats.
  • Members of the Air Force Cycling Team line up for one of the seven legs of the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Race Across Iowa, July 25-31, 2021. RAGBRAI, as it’s commonly known, is the longest, largest and oldest recreational bicycle touring event in the world. Among the Air Force riders was Office of Special Investigations Special Agent Carlos Vargasgonzalez. (Photo by SA Carlos Vargasgonzalez)

    If you host it…They will come

    The Hawkeye State hosted the (Des Moines) Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Race Across Iowa, July 25-31. RAGBRAI, as it’s commonly known, is the longest, largest and oldest recreational bicycle touring event in the world. Office of Special Investigations Special Agent Carlos Vargasgonzalez, 2nd Field Investigations Region, Operating Location-B, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., and a member of the Air Force Cycling Team (AFCT) since March 2021, was a rookie in this year’s event.
  • Office of Special Investigations Special Agent Rory Swafford is a dual language Scholar in the Air Force Language Enabled Airman Program. In his duties with OSI he engages with a variety of European law enforcement counterparts. A firm understanding of cultural nuances is key to building international partnerships. LEAP has been a vital cornerstone in greatly expanding his knowledge base. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    LEAP Spotlight: Special Agent Rory Swafford

    “I am a Special Agent in the Office of Special Investigations and a dual language Scholar in the Air Force Language Enabled Airman Program. I began my language learning journey in high school by studying various languages.
  • Since November 2018, Staff Sgt. Ami Malone, has served in a unique position while with the 434th Security Forces Squadron, Air Refueling Wing, Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind. She operates as a dual role member to the Office of Special Investigations, 1st Field Investigations Region, 10th Field Investigations Squadron, Operating Location Delta, at Grissom. Here, she is pictured through the glass of the interview room at Grissom. (Courtesy photo)

    Dual-hatted investigator pursuing life-long interest

    Since November 2018, Staff Sgt. Ami Malone, has served in a unique position while with the 434th Security Forces Squadron, Air Refueling Wing, Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind. She operates as a dual role member to the Office of Special Investigations, 1st Field Investigations Region, 10th Field Investigations Squadron, Operating Location Delta, at Grissom.
  • OSI Special Agent A.E. Pleasant began his law enforcement career in 1988 and has served in various Federal, military, state and local agencies. He’s credited with a wide-range of investigative accomplishments as a Federal Law Enforcement Officer, including more than $51 million in monetary achievement, 135 closed cases, 75 arrests and 45 indictments. (Courtesy photo)

    SA carries on family tradition of selfless service

    Using documents, photos and DNA to trace one’s genealogy is commonplace. But, to trace one’s heritage using major armed conflicts as the measuring stick is a different story. The latter is how Office of Special Investigations Special Agent A. E. Pleasant, deployed to Detachment 518, Spangdahlem, Air Base, Germany, chronicles his family’s legacy of service.
  • Special Agent Desiree Borg Burmeister's OSI Journey, as an immigrant from Nykobing Falster, Denmark, is punctuated by being named a three-time recipient of the Air Force Exemplary Civilian Service Award Medal in 2013, 2015 and 2019, being named the OSI Command Junior Civilian of the Year in 2013 and the OSI Command Civilian Special Agent of the Year in 2017. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

    OSI – An Immigrant’s ‘American Dream’

    We’ve all heard the question, “Where were you and what were you doing on 9/11?” While the myriad of answers have become forever etched in our respective memories, it’s ironic there was, in fact, good news that happened that fateful day. Simply ask OSI Special Agent Desiree Borg Burmeister.
  • The Eastern Air Defense Sector (EADS) is a North American Air Defense Command (NORAD) unit based in Rome, N.Y., that covers Air Defense for Eastern North America, including the National Capital Region. It's manned mostly by national guard personnel that are only on active duty when their feet are physically on the “floor” of the watch center. One of PF Det. 6's two geographically separated units is located in Rome, N.Y. (Courtesy photo)

    OSI PF Det. 6 Observes Fraud Awareness Week

    The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Fraud Awareness Week enables OSI to bring awareness and education to its Procurement Fraud mission and how OSI’s PF professionals help protect the United States Air Force and United States Space Force. The OSI Office of Procurement Fraud (PF) Detachment (Det.) 6, located on Joint Base Andrews, Md., is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of significant procurement fraud involving Department of the Air Force (DAF) personnel and assets.
  • The Defense Contract Management Agency Aircraft Integrated Maintenance Office, St. Augustine Fla., provides contract management for Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) of the nation’s aircraft fleet. It manages 4,500 contracts, valued at more than $65B, impacting 98 percent of the U.S. aircraft inventory. OSI PF Det. 5's Area of Responsibility includes United States Space Force and NASA Space Vehicle launches. (Courtesy photo)

    OSI PF Det. 5 Observes Fraud Awareness Week

    The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Fraud Awareness Week enables OSI to bring awareness and education to its Procurement Fraud mission and how OSI’s PF professionals help protect the United States Air Force and United States Space Force. OSI Office of Procurement Fraud (PF) Detachment (Det.) 5, located on Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of significant procurement fraud involving Department of the Air Force (DAF) personnel and assets.
  • The United States Air Force is still purchasing new F-15 fighter aircraft. In July 2020, the Air Force awarded Boeing a contract to deliver the advanced version of the fighter, the F-15EX. The Air Force projects it will buy at least 144 F-15EX’s. Pictured is an F-15 preparing to taxi. (Courtesy photo)

    OSI PF Det. 4 Observes Fraud Awareness Week

    The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Fraud Awareness Week enables OSI to bring awareness and education to its Procurement Fraud mission and how OSI’s PF professionals help protect the United States Air Force and United States Space Force. OSI Office of Procurement Fraud (PF) Detachment (Det.) 4, located on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, is responsible for conducting investigations designed to protect Department of the Air Force acquisition systems, resources and warfighting capabilities.
  • OSI PF Detachment 3 Area of Responsibility contains an engineering breakthrough. The Air Force Research Laboratory at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., developed THOR, the Tactical High Power Operational Responder. THOR is a first of its kind electromagnetic weapon system capable of disabling enemy drones. (Courtesy graphic)

    OSI PF Det. 3 Observes Fraud Awareness Week

    The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Fraud Awareness Week enables OSI to bring awareness and education to its Procurement Fraud mission and how OSI’s PF professionals help protect the United States Air Force and United States Space Force. OSI Office of Procurement Fraud (PF) Detachment (Det.) 3, located in San Antonio, Texas, is responsible for conducting investigations into allegations of significant procurement fraud involving Department of the Air Force personnel and assets.
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