Star Trek: EVERY Chief Of Security Ranked From WORST To BEST

Worf may well be the first security chief that comes to mind for many people, and that has to count for something. Assuming the role after Yar's unceremonious departure, he took to his new position like a tribble to a Jefferies tube.

No doubt his imposing physical presence and enthusiasm for a good scrap helped. Indeed, you'd think most people would avoid starting a fight with the intimidating Klingon, but plenty tried. One of the most memorable examples has to be in the episode Violations when he sent the vile antagonist, Jev, spinning into his arms with a single slap. Couldn't have happened to a nastier creep.

We have to admire Worf's tenacity. Again and again, he tried to protect the ship and crew from untold dangers and galactic threats. And again and again, his recommendations were ignored. Still, he never shirked that duty, always advocating for the security angle even when it was obvious he was going to be denied...and that speaks to a level of patience and restraint not often associated with Klingons.

That's not to say that being the first Klingon in Starfleet came without complications. Being dragged into the shady schemes of the Empire was more than just a minor distraction from the day job. However, battling Klingon politics side-by-side with Picard seemed to enkindle a unique bond between the security chief and his captain.

But it was his tactical mind that forged his legacy in Starfleet, taking him beyond the security role and into strategic operations and intelligence. It's easy to argue that his franchise-spanning adventures make him the most illustrious security chief, responsible for saving countless lives across both the Federation and Klingon Empire alike. But the best security chief? That requires absolute focus...