(Equal to the military Meritorious Service Medal ... in Army Regulation 672-20, "Incentive Awards." Once approved by the appropriate authority, the DA Form 1256 is sent to the Civilian Personnel ...

The U.S. Army's Meritorious Public Service Medal is awarded "for significantly advancing national defense capabilities." ...

U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, retired with 25 years of service. Cayson was presented with a Meritorious Civilian Service medal during the ceremony.