The Secretary's Exceptional Service Gold Medal 2016

The Secretary grants the Exceptional Service Gold Medal in recognition of exceptionally outstanding leadership or service that is distinguished by achievements of national or international significance, reflecting great credit on the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Government by markedly improving the security of our homeland.

This year's winner is listed below, along with a description of their contributions and achievements:

For implementing a groundbreaking Transportation Security Officer Basic Training Program on schedule.

Brett Gunter, TSA
Arlington, VA