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Security Industry Association and Electronic Security Association Launch Foundation for Advancing Security Talent

The new nonprofit organization is dedicated to connecting talented, motivated individuals with opportunities in the security technology and life safety field. DALLAS, Texas – The Security Industry Association (SIA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA) have launched the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST), a new 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization designed to promote careers in the…

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Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2020 SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship

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Twelve security professionals and students will be awarded scholarships to be used toward continuing education, repayment of student loan debt and professional development in the industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has selected 12 recipients for the inaugural SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship – a program developed  by the SIA…

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SIA New Member Profile: Senseon

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Senseon provides intelligent access control solutions for cabinet doors and drawers using electromechanical locks built on Accuride movement technology. The locks also integrate so Senseon’s award-winning systems use wireless technology to provide quick, convenient access to secured contents in enterprise or standalone applications. Senseon is headquartered in Santa Fe…

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SIA New Member Profile: TOUGHDOG Security Systems

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member TOUGHDOG Security Systems provides distributors and dealers with a product line that includes HD over coax, HD on IP, IP access control and IP intercoms managed by state-of-the-art surveillance monitoring software. The company is headquartered in McAllen, Texas, with an additional office in San Antonio, Texas, a strong presence…

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Security Industry Association Releases Policy Principles to Guide the Use of Facial Recognition Technology

SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA), the leading trade association representing security solutions providers, has released its new policy principles guiding the development and deployment of facial recognition technology. SIA believes all technology products, including facial recognition, must only be used for purposes that are lawful, ethical and nondiscriminatory. “SIA recognizes that some community…

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Security Industry Association Opens SIA RISE Scholarship Opportunity for Young Security Professionals

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SIA invites members of the SIA RISE community and SIA student members to apply for this program designed to support the education and career development goals of young people in the industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – Applications are now being accepted for the SIA RISE Scholarship, a program presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA)…

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SIA New Member Profile: Secure Access & Digital Systems

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Secure Access & Digital Systems is a provider of state-of-the-art identification systems, card readers, card printers, printer ribbons, peripherals, lanyards and the latest radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology products. Founded in 2005, the company provides services to a wide range of clients including financial institutions, general corporations, higher education and…

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SIA New Member Profile: viisights

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member viisights is a leading provider of behavioral understanding systems for real-time video intelligence that leverage unique artificial intelligence technology. The company provides behavioral understanding systems for safe and smart cities, smart enterprises, critical infrastructures, transportation hubs and shared mobility initiatives. viisights is headquartered in Israel, with sales offices in…

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SIA New Member Profile: Badge Messenger

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Badge Messenger offers a communication and alert system for schools that connects classrooms and the main office and dispatches assistance, help and key communication at the touch of a button. The company is headquartered in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, with distribution and installation partners across the United States. SIA spoke…

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