SIA New Member Profile: Risk Mitigation Technologies, LLC
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Risk Mitigation Technologies, LLC, is an independent security and public safety consulting company, headquartered in Massachusetts and serving clients in the United States and beyond. SIA spoke with Joseph Paul Manley, founder and principal of Risk Mitigation Technologies, LLC, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA.…
Keep Reading »Ukraine Is the World’s Drone Laboratory: How Does This Transcend Security in Society?
The war in Ukraine has brought us a ringside view of the most expansive drone technology testing the world has ever seen. Hundreds of simultaneous experiments of aerial, terrestrial and aquatic platforms are being used for combat operations. Real-time reports and researched articles surface daily and reinforce that drone technology is maturing precipitously. Many technological advancements…
Keep Reading »Call for Speakers Open for 2024 Expo Seguridad México
Act quickly! Deadline for session proposals is Friday, Oct. 6, 2023. The Security Industry Association (SIA) and Expo Seguridad México are excited to announce an open call for presentations for the 2024 SIA Education@Expo Seguridad México conference program. Brought to you by SIA, this educational program is for security professionals seeking the latest information and…
Keep Reading »New Atlanta Law Requires Security Cameras at Gas Stations
Learn about the new legislation, approved by the Atlanta City Council and requiring gas stations to install and maintain video surveillance systems. On Aug. 7, 2023, the Atlanta City Council approved new ordinance 23-O-1346, which will require all gas stations in the Atlanta, Georgia, area to install and maintain video surveillance systems. The council hopes…
Keep Reading »Ambassadors Wanted! Announcing the SIA Women in Security Forum Ambassador Program
WISF ambassadors will actively support local engagement with SIA’s Women in Security Forum. The SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) is recruiting 10 volunteers to kick off the WISF Ambassador Program. Ambassador recruitment starts now for the launch announcement during ISC East 2023 in New York City. Strategically located across the United States, WISF Ambassadors…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: SoloSquid
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member SoloSquid is an intelligent security solutions agency with a broad range of software, hardware and professional services to audit, deploy, optimize and maintain new and existing systems. The company is headquartered in Ontario, Canada, and has worked with customers across Canada and the United States. SIA spoke with Jason…
Keep Reading »A Young Professional’s Guide to Networking
No matter what position, company or industry you are in, you will most likely find yourself having to network. Being able to master the art of networking can open doors on both personal and professional levels. Whether you are just starting your career, don’t quite feel comfortable at networking events just yet or are a…
Keep Reading »Featured SIA Member Benefit: Security Market Index
One way to maximize your membership with the Security Industry Association (SIA) is through accessing SIA’s premier research and publications, and the SIA Security Market Index (SMI) is one in particular that can help you and your company stay ahead. Want to keep up to date on the state of the security market and how…
Keep Reading »Black Hat 2023 Session Underscores Importance of Implementing OSDP Properly
Research from Bishop Fox identifies possible OSDP implementation vulnerabilities and provides insightful recommendations to better secure OSDP devices in the field In early 2023, Bishop Fox disclosed to SIA several weaknesses in an OSDP implementation. Members of the OSDP Technical Subcommittee met with senior security engineer Dan Petro to review in depth the vulnerabilities along…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: HavenLock
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member HavenLock provides military-grade strength smart door locks and lockdown systems for homes, schools and businesses. The company is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. SIA spoke with HavenLock CEO Alex Bertelli about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company. Alex Bertelli: HavenLock…
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