CHIEF CODY HOGEBOOM was inspired to devote himself to a career of service by his older cousin, who dedicated his career to local law enforcement. Following a similar path, Chief Hogeboom enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 2007 and, upon completing a successful military career, found his calling in the federal law enforcement field. As Chief Hogeboom has progressed through the ranks with the Federal Protective Service (FPS), he has served as a leader to his team, ensuring that he projects inspiration across FPS nationwide.

In his eight years with FPS, Chief Hogeboom has been promoted four times and is currently the lead officer for counterterrorism at the FPS Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. Although he is the youngest member of the Training and Professional Development leadership team, he exhibits confidence through his leadership, progressive thinking, and the implementation and execution of innovative solutions for the department.

During calendar year 2020, FPS experienced unprecedented violence, which was primarily directed at federal facilities in the Pacific Northwest. These attacks involved the use of harmful lasers directed at officers’ eyes and caused injuries to more than 300 Department of Homeland Security law enforcement officers and agents. In collaboration with science, research, and private sector subject matter experts, Chief Hogeboom led a team that developed a unique solution that provides a superior level of laser eye protection that allows officers to operate in low-light conditions. His plan is to share this innovation with the entire law enforcement community.

“I am motivated to foster law enforcement preparedness and professionalism that will improve physical and mental wellness, community relations, and teamwork.”