Student Outreach Guide

Thank you for joining the Security Industry Association (SIA) and the PSA Network in our efforts to attract a new generation of talent to our field.

The security industry has evolved rapidly over the past decade, driven by evolving risks and advancements in technology like biometrics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. To remain competitive, security companies need to hire a new generation of engineers, project managers, computer scientists, technicians and other personnel capable of meeting the demands of the 21st century.

One of the best ways to recruit talented young professionals is through the career services offices of universities, colleges and other schools, as well as student organizations and alumni networks. Many larger security companies already have outreach programs, though firms of any size can do their part to connect with students and educators in their networks.

It doesn’t take substantial resources or widespread brand recognition to achieve meaningful results. With the information in this resource and SIA and PSA’s Security Industry Careers Guide, you have all the tools you need to get started.

In this guide we will review the steps to establish a strong pipeline of new talent for your organization, specifically on how to:

• Do your research
• Build relationships with schools
• Engage with students
• Follow up
• Measure your results
• Develop internship programs

Plus, next steps on how to use the resource and the Security Industry Careers Guide to reach out and start the conversation!