Security Matters Podcast Episode 2: The Rise of Drones
In every episode of Security Matters, we’re bringing you stories of security, profiles of leaders, and discussions of business issues facing our industry. In episode 2 of Security Matters, the Security Industry Association (SIA) speaks with member companies to explore how drones can be used for commercial security – and how drones are creating security…
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SIA RISE Profile: Josh Taft-Sheeran of Northland Controls
Read our interview with Josh Taft-Sheeran of Northland Controls, as the Security Industry Association (SIA) spotlights a young professional on the rise! Are you a young security professional under 40? Join SIA’s RISE program. We’re a group of up-and-comers in the security industry trying to help each other grow our careers, expand industry knowledge, further…
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How to Access Your New Account With SIA
In August 2018, SIA re-launched the member portal, store and directory at securityindustry.org, and we’re excited to unveil your new account access! If you’re a SIA member, your new account can help you: Access members-only content, research and publications Enter the web store for education and standards Visit SIA360, a members-only discussion community Update your…
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Why the C-Suite Must End Security Convergence Turf Wars
Historically, physical security has been tasked with safeguarding tangible corporate assets, such as personnel, hard copy documents, equipment and the building itself, whereas logical security efforts focus on protecting the corporation by granting or denying access and defending the network against malicious attacks. In most organizations, physical access systems and logical access systems have operated…
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Blockchain: Implications for the Security Professional
We are at peak hype on blockchain, one of the most searched terms on Google. All CEOs and technologists, along with many Uber drivers in New York City, seem to be talking about it. Blockchain is the generic term for the technology behind bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. In a nutshell, the blockchain is a real-time…
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Profile of a SIA RISE Scholarship Winner: Esteban Pastor of ZKTeco
Read our interview with Pastor, a 2017 winner of the RISE scholarship, and learn how you can apply for this year’s award! Applications are now being accepted for scholarships offered through the Security Industry Association’s (SIA’s) RISE program. The SIA RISE scholarship provides young security professionals with funds for professional development courses and/or academic programs.…
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New Member Profile: Magos Systems
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Magos was founded in 2007 and provides state-of-the-art radars for perimeter protection. Magos’ technology was originally developed for government and military use, but in 2015 the technology was declassified for commercial deployment. Since then, Magos has focused on delivering advanced, cost-effective radar solutions to the security market – and…
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Free for SIA Members: Your Questions Answered by a Cybersecurity Expert
At this point it is no secret that physical security devices and systems are ripe targets for cyber hacks and tampering. Security Industry Association (SIA) members are challenged with proactively ensuring that their products and services are cyber secure and meeting the evolving cybersecurity requirements of their customers. SIA aims to be your partner in…
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Profile of a SIA RISE Scholarship Winner: Anvesh Gangadharan at Allegion
Read our interview with Gangadharan, a 2017 winner of the RISE scholarship, and learn how you can apply for this year’s award! Applications are now being accepted for scholarships offered through the Security Industry Association’s (SIA’s) RISE program. The SIA RISE scholarship provides young security professionals with funds for professional development courses and/or academic programs.…
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SIA RISE Profile: Committee Chair Brendan McFall
Read our interview with RISE Committee Chair Brendan McFall of Northland Controls, as the Security Industry Association (SIA) spotlights a young professional on the rise! Applications are now being accepted for scholarships offered through the Security Industry Association’s (SIA’s) RISE program. The SIA RISE scholarship provides young security professionals with funds for professional development courses…
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