Posts Tagged ‘Workforce Development’
The New Manager’s Playbook: Onboard, Train and Support Your People (Without Micromanaging)
Onboarding and training your team as a new manager is not for the faint of heart—it requires clarity, patience and a relentless focus on people. For young managers, the shift from “top performer” to “team builder” is not just a tactical change—it’s a transformation. It’s about building something sustainable, something that scales beyond your own…
Keep Reading »
Joining the Security Industry: It’s Never Too Late
Thirty-eight. At first glance, it’s just a number, but for me it represents something far more important: possibility. I recently listened to a podcast about how the security industry can do more to attract younger professionals. One comment from the panelists stood out—almost every one of them said they had “fallen into” the security industry.…
Keep Reading »
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 »
Foster the Future of the Security Industry by Being a TIME Mentor
Security leaders wanted! Give back to the industry and build meaningful relationships by mentoring a young security professional. Want to give back and help cultivate the next generation of security industry leaders? Don’t miss the opportunity to become a TIME mentor! The Security Industry Association (SIA) is seeking security industry professionals to serve as mentors in the…
Keep Reading »
SIA Women in Security Forum 2025 Study: Women Find Purpose in Security Careers—but Persistent Barriers Remain
A new study by BEYOND Insights, in partnership with the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum, reveals that women in the physical security industry are proud of their work and see their careers as meaningful, but still face structural and cultural barriers that limit advancement and retention. The 2025 Women in Security Career…
Keep Reading »
A Digital Transformation in Talent
New technologies are changing the skill sets needed in the security industry The world is undergoing a rapid digital transformation, and few sectors are feeling the shift more acutely than the security industry. A space that was once defined by physical presence and analog systems is now evolving into a high-tech ecosystem of sensors, artificial…
Keep Reading »
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announces 2025 Security Technician of the Year Award Winners
DALLAS, Texas—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named 10 winners for the 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards. Now in its third year, this prestigious awards program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry, celebrating their excellence in the meticulous design, installation and maintenance of security systems that safeguard our…
Keep Reading »
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Ryan Kaltenbaugh to the FAST Board of Directors
Ryan Kaltenbaugh of M.C. Dean joins the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas— The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Ryan Kaltenbaugh of M.C. Dean to the FAST Board of Directors – an expert-led group drawn from the membership of…
Keep Reading »
Back to Top