Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
Security Industry Association Announces Cybersecurity Certification for the Security Industry
The Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC) assesses and validates the core competencies needed to effectively perform security jobs involving critical aspects of cybersecurity. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the creation of the Security Industry Cybersecurity Certification (SICC), a new industry credential developed by SIA with support from PSA…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Gabriel
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Gabriel uses smart technology to provide an affordable and intuitive emergency mass notification platform. The company’s product is deployed in multiple U.S. states and growing rapidly. Gabriel’s development team is based in Israel, and its commercial team is based in the United States. SIA spoke with Jim Watson,…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Appoints Paul Schmick to SIA Executive Advisory Board
Schmick, vice president of security technology at Alliance Security, will serve on the association’s panel of security industry leaders. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Paul J. Schmick – vice president of security technology at Alliance Security – as the newest member of the SIA Executive Advisory Board. Established in 2017, the…
Keep Reading »What Is the DOD Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification?
In this video, get an overview of the U.S. Department of Defense’s CMMC and its organization. https://securityindustry.wistia.com/medias/a3v8ii5qst On April 28, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted Part 1 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, the nation’s premier government security conference connecting government, security and technology. This daylong virtual conference featured insights from experts in government, industry,…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: TriFecta Security Solutions
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member TriFecta Security Solutions works with clients to assess, consult, design and install security systems that protect people and property. The company is headquartered in Hagerstown, Maryland, with the ability to provide services nationwide. SIA spoke with Scott Bakka, president of TriFecta Security Solutions, about the company, the security industry…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: The Homeland Security Consulting Group
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member The Homeland Security Consulting Group (HSCG) works to help public safety and security companies do more business protecting critical infrastructure through homeland security consulting and business development. The company is headquartered in Potomac, Maryland. SIA spoke with David McWhorter, founder of The Homeland Security Consulting Group, about the company,…
Keep Reading »NIST Invites Industry Experts to Join New Privacy Working Group
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced the launch of its new Privacy Workforce Public Working Group (PWWG). The PWWG aims to develop a set of task, knowledge and skill statements aligned with the NIST Privacy Framework and the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity to assist organizations in…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Security Advisors Consulting Group
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Security Advisors Consulting Group, LLC, is a security consulting practice that specializes in optimizing the security of health care, educational institutions and other open environments. The company is headquartered in Strum, Wisconsin, and serves clients across the United States and internationally. SIA spoke with Drew Neckar, founder and president…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Program for Part 1 of the Virtual 2021 SIA GovSummit
SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference will take place as a three-part virtual event starting April 28. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda and speaker lineup for Part 1 of the 2021 SIA GovSummit, its annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2021 will…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: York Electronic Systems, Inc.
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member York Electronic Systems, Inc., is a Native American woman-owned company that provides design, engineering, consulting, construction, installation and service for building technology solutions, including safety, security, communications and audio-visual systems. The company is headquartered in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and provides services in Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas, as well as…
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