SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) – with support from PSA Network – has released the “Secure Your Future” Security Industry Careers Guide, a resource offering “insights on the security industry, job types, pathways and employers and how to prepare for a security career.”
“As someone who didn’t originally plan to work in security but has now been happily in the industry for over 20 years, I can tell you what an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling field this is,” says SIA board of directors chairman Scott Dunn, senior director of business development, Americas, at Axis Communications, in the SIA announcement.
“Often, when speaking with other leaders, I find that they, too, stumbled into security, but with this new guide, we are hoping to change that trend so that prospective talent are actively seeking out the many exciting career opportunities there are in this industry,” he says. “This informative, enriching tool will help our increasingly diverse workforce better navigate their own personal career journeys and foster their professional growth.”
Inside the Security Industry Careers Guide
The Security Industry Careers Guide features detailed information on:
- The mission, scope and market value of the security industry
- The security ecosystem, including the types of organizations offering employment in the industry
- Jobs and career paths in security – including educational requirements, day-to-day responsibilities, compensation, work-life balance and opportunities for advancement
- Programs and pathways for entering the industry, including degrees, internships, apprenticeships, certifications, scholarships, learning resources and alternative pathways
- Networking and employment opportunities in security
Additionally, the guide shares an array of stories and testimonials from professionals and leaders in security, highlighting their careers, experiences and perspectives.
“SIA is proud to collaborate with PSA on the Security Industry Careers Guide – an informative, compelling and impactful resource to help professionals and students discover the dynamic, innovative and fulfilling career opportunities our industry has to offer,” says SIA CEO Don Erickson in the announcement. “Having a career in security means playing an active role in protecting people, their privacy and information and critical infrastructure.
“This guide shares invaluable insights on the meaningful, well-paid, high-growth opportunities available in our industry, the security landscape, how prospective talent can sharpen their skills and prepare to enter the workforce and how organizations like SIA and PSA can help,” he says.
“We are committed to growing the next-generation security workforce and supporting people as they embark on and progress in their careers, and this guide will be immensely useful to both job seekers and our industry,” says Erickson.
“We were thrilled to partner with the Security Industry Association and the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent on the Security Industry Careers Guide,” says Matt Barnette, president and CEO of the PSA Network. “In a world where safety is paramount, our industry provides an abundance of exciting opportunities to secure futures.
“This guide highlights the diverse career paths available and will help bring awareness to the industry as a whole,” he says.
How to Help the Next Generation of Security Pros
SIA invites the industry to join in its outreach efforts to technical schools, colleges and universities through the Security Workforce Ambassador program. SIA member companies are invited to help the association to connect with students and career services departments and inspire the next generation of security professionals.
To support these outreach efforts, sign up here and download the ambassador letter template. Coming soon are 1) a career video showcasing exciting career opportunities in the security industry, 2) guidance on how to partner with career service departments to promote jobs and recruit students and 3) tips for recruiting student athletes.
