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Security Industry Association Issues Statement on Recent Cyberattacks to Water Facilities 

SILVER SPRING, Md.—In late July 2026, cyberattacks hit water and wastewater utilities across at least a dozen U.S. states. These incidents offer a clear reminder that the security of critical infrastructure cannot be divided neatly into physical and cyber silos. When digital systems fail, the physical infrastructure and the people responsible for operating and protecting it become the last lines of defense.  “The threats to…

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We’re Hiring! SIA Director of Research Opportunity

Are you looking for a job (or do you know someone who is)? The Security Industry Association (SIA) is hiring for a brand-new position, director of research! Learn more and see application details here. Director of Research The security industry is a rapidly expanding sector of the U.S. and global economy, with a total economic…

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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Erin Wilson, dormakaba

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Erin Wilson, learning strategist, influencers at dormakaba Americas, has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Erin…

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WISF Scholarship Spotlight: Laura Garest, Wesco
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Laura Garest, Wesco

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Laura Garest has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Laura about her journey, the impact of the scholarship and…

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Securing Oil and Gas in a Converged World: Key Takeaways From SIA’s Vertical Insights Symposium

The oil and gas sector remains a cornerstone of critical infrastructure—powering economies while facing an increasingly complex risk landscape. At the Security Industry Association (SIA) Vertical Insights Symposium on oil and gas security, industry leaders, technology experts and public-sector stakeholders explored how organizations are adapting to address the convergence of physical security, cybersecurity and operational…

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Your Badge Is More Than a Door Key: Takeaways From SIA’s Corporate ID Credential Design Webinar

Corporate ID badges have long been treated as a mundane necessity—print them, hand them out and move on. But according to a recent Security Industry Association (SIA) webinar, that mindset may be leaving organizations dangerously exposed. VIDEO: Designing Secure and Effective Corporate ID Credentials SIA’s June 4, 2026, webinar offered an in-depth walkthrough of the…

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Security LeadHER, Presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association, Brings Together 500 Women in Security and Their Allies From 40 U.S. States and 11 Nations

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Minneapolis plays host to security conference building current and next-generation female industry leaders MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.—Security LeadHER, the premier event dedicated to advancing women in the global security industry, welcomed 500 security leaders to the Hilton Minneapolis on June 15–16, 2026, for two days of connection, learning and community impact. Presented by ASIS International and the…

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Where Are We? Examining Positioning, Navigation and Timing Capabilities in the United States

SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) welcomes today’s hearing on strengthening America’s positioning, navigation and timing capabilities. Resilient backup systems to GPS are essential for national security, critical infrastructure and public safety.  SIA CEO Don Erickson issued the following statement: “The Lower 900 MHz band supports a broad ecosystem of public safety and security…

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New research from Texas State University ALERRT Center: Active Shooter Events in Schools SIA, ALERRT Center
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Texas State University’s ALERRT Center Releases Groundbreaking Research on Active Shooter Events in Schools

SAN MARCOS, Texas—The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) Center at Texas State University has published new research in partnership with the Security Industry Association (SIA) that examines school safety in the United States and how schools can prevent, mitigate and reduce the impact of active shooter events. This first-of-its-kind study, The Role of…

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