Security Industry Job Descriptions
This collection of security industry job description templates is designed to support SIA’s “Employer’s Complete Guide to Hiring” by adding more tools and depth to the 12-step reference guide. Specifically, the scope of this project supports Step 2 in the guide, “Role Clarity, Responsibilities and Growth Potential,” by providing job descriptions for SIA member stakeholders. These job descriptions are primarily designed for either manufacturers/solutions companies or security systems integration firms, although some job descriptions (e.g., business development manager) are more universal and can be applied to other types of businesses.
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Cyber:Secured Forum 2019 Highlights
This report shares summary findings, session notes, quotes and perspectives from Cyber:Secured Forum 2019.
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SIA Analysis of Acquisition Rules Related to NDAA Prohibition of Chinese Video Surveillance Products
This preliminary analysis covers the interim final rule implementing Section 889(a)(1)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal 2019 (P.L. 115-232) which prohibits procurement of certain Chinese telecommunications and video surveillance products. This rule was published and became effective August 13, 2019. This analysis focuses specifically on the video surveillance equipment and services covered, and SIA will update this analysis with additional insight or information as needed.
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A Guide to Resources for the Prevention and Mitigation of Active Shooter Incidents
The Security Industry Association has reviewed and gathered information to help you prevent and prepare for attacks and survive an active shooter incident if it occurs.
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Security Market Index: July 2019 Edition
Provided to Security Industry Association (SIA) members as a review of current market conditions, the July 2019 Security Market Index (SMI) shows that confidence in the security industry has skyrocketed in the summer months.
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Corporate Social Responsibility: SIA Members’ Role in Society
This white paper explores key concepts in corporate social responsibility, how the practices have become major factors in business, related policies and benefits, examples of effective programs and additional resources.
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SIA GovSummit 2019 Highlights
SIA GovSummit is an annual policy conference hosted by the Security Industry Association connecting government, security and technology. This report captures summary findings, session notes and perspectives from the event.
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Challenges and Recommendations for Connected Physical Security Products
Physical security products have transformed into always-connected devices. The trend towards connectivity and collaboration will only continue to increase. This report discusses the threats – both old and new – faced by today’s connected physical security products.
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Good-Better-Best: A Practical Guide to Implementing a Tiered Offerings Strategy for Customer Choice
SIA’s Good-Better-Best guide to implementing a tiered offerings strategy for customer choice is available for download to members. The document looks at the “Who, What, Why” of Good-Better-Best offerings and offers pricing and system design strategies and a tool for determine and match service value to end user needs and integrators’ capabilities.
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Good-Better-Best: Comprehensive Best Practices for Implementing Security Systems in Health Care Environments
SIA’s Good-Better-Best guide offers comprehensive best practices for implementing security systems, including access control, surveillance and fire/life safety, in health care facilities.
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