Information Technology

Historically, physical security systems and information technology systems dwelt in different silos. Chief security officers and chief information officers ran their respective domains without input from the other. But rapid adoption of IP-based security devices spurred the convergence of physical and information security, bringing the two spheres together. SIA is dedicated to managing disciplines within this convergence.
Data Privacy: A Challenge and an Opportunity
Data privacy is regarded by many in the security industry as a challenge, even a threat, whether because of compliance costs, regulatory fines or potential liability. But at least one integrator, after listening to a 90-minute panel discussion about the issue, described it very differently. “It’s a tremendous opportunity,” he said. The integrator was one…
Keep Reading »SIA Leads Security Industry Toward Data Privacy Awareness, Action
Association marks Data Privacy Day with continued efforts to assist members protect consumer data SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) is marking Data Privacy Day on Monday by continuing its efforts to help its members understand and manage the critical issue of protecting consumer data. SIA has taken a leading position on…
Keep Reading »Security Megatrend: Cybersecurity’s Impact on Physical Security
In an age where security systems are increasingly open and more and more devices and sensors are connected, it’s more important than ever to understand and be able to mitigate cyber risk and data privacy concerns. Cybersecurity is top of mind for clients and prospects, who will ask you what you are doing to protect…
Keep Reading »Cyber Onboarding Tip: Take Wi-Fi Security Precautions
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is committed to helping you onboard new employees in a safe and secure way. Our Cyber Onboarding Guide for Employees, filled with information from SIA’s Cybersecurity Working Group, helps employers and staff reduce cyber vulnerabilities at their organizations, protecting their business and assets. In this ever-connected world, there is constant pressure to remain…
Keep Reading »Industry Fundamentals: Current State, Defects, Gaps and Journey (Member-Created Resource)
SIA member company Securicon, in partnership with D6 Research, commissioned the first installment in a three-part white paper series, Industry Fundamentals: Current State, Defects, Gaps and Journey.
Keep Reading »Cyber:Secured Forum 2019 Opens Registration
Cybersecurity Educational Summit to Be Held July 29-31 in Dallas, Texas SILVER SPRING, Md. – Registration is open for the second annual Cyber:Secured Forum, a conference connecting the worlds of cybersecurity, physical security and systems integration. This cybersecurity educational summit hosted by ISC Security Events, PSA Security Network and the Security Industry Association (SIA) will be held…
Keep Reading »New Member Profile: OutSecure
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member OutSecure is a cybersecurity strategy creation and implementation company headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, with offices in Europe and India. The company works to help clients protect their critical assets, build security into their products and systems based on industry standards, provide management with objective proof to shareholders that they…
Keep Reading »Cyber Onboarding Tip: Use Company-Issued Hardware
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is committed to helping you onboard new employees in a safe and secure way. Our Cyber Onboarding Guide for Employees helps employers and staff reduce cyber vulnerabilities at their organizations, protecting their business and assets. As a consumer of technology, you have many options for your devices. Organizations, on the other hand, should…
Keep Reading »Join SIA at Infosecurity North America
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is gearing up for ISC East 2018, held Nov. 14-15 at the Javits Center in New York City. ISC East is co-located with another conference, InfoSecurity North America. At this conference, Europe’s top information security event brings its brand of industry-leading dialogue to the United States for a two-day immersive…
Keep Reading »New Member Profile: Traction Guest
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Traction Guest is the developer of a leading cloud-based visitor management system (VMS) that creates an intuitive visitor sign-in experience that delivers top security for companies with multiple entry points. Traction Guest is used by global brands such as Netflix, DocuSign and VICE Media. The company is headquartered in…
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