Posts Tagged ‘Workforce Development’
Student Outreach Guide
This SIA guide, presented with support from PSA, offers steps on how to establish a strong pipeline of new talent for your organization.
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 seasoned security industry professionals to serve as mentors in…
Keep Reading »Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announces 2025 National Security Technician Day
National Security Technician Day, held annually on Jan. 23, is dedicated to recognizing the valuable work security technicians do to secure our nation. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has announced the third annual National Security Technician Day, an annual commemorative day held on Jan. 23 to honor security technicians across…
Keep Reading »Three Simple Yet Effective Strategies to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
In today’s job market, standing out from the crowd is essential to landing your next role. Whether you’re in sales, human resources, operations or marketing, the ability to differentiate yourself can make the difference between getting the job or being overlooked. In the next few minutes, we’ll explore strategies to help you shine within the…
Keep Reading »How Guarding Prepared Me for a Career in Project Management
Seven years ago, I sat before a panel in downtown Seattle, Washington, interviewing for an assistant project manager role. After almost eight years in the guard force arena, I was eager for a new opportunity, but I paused when asked my now-favorite interview question: “How do you express confidence before you have competence?” The potential…
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 Releases Security Industry Careers Guide
The guide, presented with support from PSA, offers helpful information on the impact of a security career, employers, job roles and how to prepare to enter the industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) – with support from PSA – has released the “Secure Your Future” Security Industry Careers Guide, a helpful resource offering…
Keep Reading »Secure Your Future: Security Industry Careers Guide
This SIA guide, presented with support from PSA, offers helpful information on the impact of a security career, employers, job roles and how to prepare to enter the industry.
Keep Reading »FAST Launches “Talent for Tomorrow” Fundraiser in Conjunction With Workforce Development Month
DALLAS, Texas – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) is excited to announce the launch of its Talent for Tomorrow fundraiser, coinciding with Workforce Development Month. Throughout September, FAST aims to raise $10,000 to support its mission of attracting, training and retaining new talent within the security industry. This initiative is held in partnership…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Opens Nominations for 2024 “25 on the RISE Awards”
This award program, presented by SIA’s RISE community, recognizes 25 new and emerging security leaders each year for their impact in advancing the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the second annual 25 on the RISE Awards– a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security…
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