Posts Tagged ‘Veterans in Security’
Veterans Connect: A Look at How One SIA Member Company Honors Service
Honoring veterans should be more than a statement of appreciation—it should be a deeply rooted commitment reflected in how a company hires, supports and celebrates those who have served. At Convergint, our Veterans Connect group is powered entirely by passionate volunteers and driven by a clear mission: Recognize, connect and celebrate veterans. The group provides…
Keep Reading »From Service to Systems: Finding Purpose in Electronic Security
When I left military service, my path felt clear: I would become a police officer. Like many veterans, I was drawn to service, structure and mission-driven work. My wife supported my desire to serve, but she also understood the toll that military life had already taken. She didn’t want to see me placed back in…
Keep Reading »The Value of Service Continues: Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026
The year 2025 was the first full year for SIA Veterans in Security, a Security Industry Association community dedicated to supporting veterans and transitioning service members, as well as security industry businesses and organizations eager to benefit from their experience. During the course of the year, the community established a strong foundation, built meaningful partnerships…
Keep Reading »RISE to Service 2026
About the Event Join SIA’s RISE and Veterans in Security communities for an unforgettable night at ISC West! This evening of charitable giving, cocktails and an elegant dinner will allow our young leaders and veterans communities to jointly raise funds for Purple Heart Homes, a nonprofit benefiting veterans. What to Expect A cocktail hour for networking A silent auction…
Keep Reading »Why Veterans Are a Perfect Fit for the Security Industry
In today’s rapidly evolving security landscape, organizations are under increasing pressure to protect people, property and information. As threats become more sophisticated, the demand for highly skilled, disciplined and reliable security professionals has never been greater. One often overlooked talent pool that offers a wealth of experience and capability is military veterans. With their unique…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Names Jeff Huggins as 2025 Committee Chair of the Year
Jeff Huggins, chair of the SIA Veterans in Security Advisory Board, will be honored at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Jeff Huggins of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions as the 2025 recipient of the SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals for excellence in…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Launches Jobs Board to Attract Veterans to the Security Industry
The SIA Veterans Employment Exchange, led by SIA’s Veterans in Security community, will foster veteran employment outreach in 2025. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) – in a new initiative spearheaded by SIA’s Veterans in Security community – has launched the SIA Veterans Employment Exchange, which specializes in matching veterans and separating…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces New Advisory Board for SIA Veterans in Security Community
With leadership from chair Jeff Huggins of ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions and seven other veterans and industry leaders, the community offers resources, programs and events for veterans in the industry and actively serving military planning transitions to the civilian workforce. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed eight industry leaders…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Launches New Community for Veterans in Security
With leadership from chair Jeff Huggins of ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions, the new community will provide resources, programs and events for veterans in the industry and actively serving military planning transitions to the civilian workforce. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched the SIA Veterans in Security Forum, an all-new…
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