Top Saber Performer Published June 11, 2010 By Public Affairs 52nd Fighter Wing SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Name: Staff Sgt. Leeanne Witherspoon Unit: 52nd Communications Squadron Duty title: Wing information assurance manager Hometown: North Wilkesboro, N.C. Years in Service: 8 years Why joined: To start a life! I needed an education and work experience to build a career. Family: Four brothers and two sisters Hobbies: Snowboarding, mountain biking, caving, repelling, kayaking, travel and hiking Favorite aspect of job: Learning about the newest threats and technologies. Yeah I'm just a geek like that! The U.S. military isn't just about blowing things up. There's a cyber war going on, too, and it's amazing to be a part of it. Most memorable AF experience: The first time I attended a retirement ceremony! Oh yeah, I cried! How do you make responsible choices: It's really a team effort! Asking what everyone is doing and if they have a plan isn't what supervisors ask on Fridays; it happens every day. I know I could rely on any of my coworkers for anything - no hesitation, no questions asked.