Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
SIA New Member Profile: Mitigation Assessor
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Mitigation Assessor is a security consulting firm that specializes in identifying vulnerabilities, developing tailored mitigation strategies and enhancing the overall security posture of organizations across diverse industries. The company, certified as a veteran-owned (VOSB) and economically disadvantaged woman-owned (EDWOSB) small business by the Small Business Administration, is headquartered in…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Opens Applications for 2025 Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship
Scholarship Program Offers $5,000 Awards to Support Professional Development in the Identity Management Field SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship. This program offers $5,000 scholarships for SIA members to help further their education in the field of identity management. This scholarship was named after…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Program for 2025 AcceleRISE Conference
Hosted by SIA’s RISE community and created for young leaders in the security industry, this fun, enriching event will take place Aug. 4-6 in Boston, Massachusetts. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule and program for the 2025 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young professionals and emerging leaders in…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Cambridge Terahertz
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Cambridge Terahertz uses terahertz wave technology to democratize airport-grade security and loss prevention technology. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. SIA spoke with Kittur Nagesh, chief product officer of Cambridge Terahertz, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.…
Keep Reading »Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes John Nemerofsky as FAST Board of Directors Chair
John Nemerofsky, chief operating officer at SAGE Integration, will lead the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named John Nemerofsky of SAGE Integration as chair of the FAST Board of Directors.…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: US Virtual Guard
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member US Virtual Guard provides real-time, proactive video monitoring and remote guarding solutions for facilities of all sizes and sectors. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, and operates nationwide. SIA spoke with Rabbi Yossi Eliav, founder of US Virtual Guard, about the company, the security industry, and what…
Keep Reading »Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Opens Call for Nominations for 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards
This prestigious award program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry. ATLANTA, Ga. – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has opened the call for nominations for the 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards, a program that recognizes security technicians who have demonstrated excellence, premier customer service and leadership within…
Keep Reading »Applications Wanted! Apply for the 2025 Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship
Scholarship Program Offers $5,000 Awards to Support Professional Development in the Identity Management Field The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship. This program offers $5,000 scholarships for SIA members to help further their education in the field of identity management. This scholarship was named after Hébert, chair and…
Keep Reading »10 Stats on School Security You Should Know
CISA just did a study on K-12 school security. Here are 10 key takeaway stats. In today’s environment, K-12 schools face an evolving and dynamic set of security risks and threats, ranging from acts of targeted violence to bomb threats to natural disasters. Enhancing school safety and security requires a community-based, comprehensive and holistic approach,…
Keep Reading »IntelligentSIA: 12 Top Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in June 2025
Hey, SIA members! Here are the top things you need to know about our latest activities and resources, upcoming events and opportunities and more. Welcome, New Members! The Security Industry Association (SIA) would like to welcome its newest members: Astra Zeneca Global Security, BFG Ventures, Cambridge Terahertz, Cyrus Technology, Dallmeier electronic USA, JS Global, MissionAnalytics,…
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