Colonel Troy S. Johnson, U.S. Army Garrison Aberdeen Proving Ground
Colonel Troy Johnson is a native of Wakefield, Virginia. He enlisted in the Army in 1994 after high school and later transitioned to an officer role, earning his commission as a Quartermaster Officer in 2002 after completion of Officer Candidate School at Fort Benning, Georgia.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a Minor in Finance from the University of Maryland University College, and a Master of Strategic Studies from the U.S. Army War College. His military education includes the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and the Combined Logistics Officer Career Course.
Colonel Johnson has held leadership positions at every level, from SSA platoon leader to battalion commander, including five combat tours. His assignments include various staff positions across multiple divisions, commanded the 54th Mortuary Affairs Company at Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia, Deputy Director of Logistic for United States Forces Japan in Tokyo, Japan, commanded the Army Field Support Battalion – Cavazos at “The Great Place”, Fort Cavazos Texas and most recently served as the State Inspector General for the Maryland National Guard.
Colonel Johnson military awards and decorations include the Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Air Assault and Parachutist Badge.
Colonel Johnson and his wife Shanna have three children, Alexis, Troy II, and Sean.