LAS VEGAS—As the security industry constantly evolves, so do opportunities for developing and advancing security technicians, says ISC West speaker Tia Eskandari.  “We have an evolving industry, so we want our technicians to know that there's an opportunity to go from a Level 1 technician and have a career path all the way to an engineer,” said Eskandari, senior director, national field service, Allied Universal Technology Services. “If that's what they want ..read more

SCHAUMBURG, Ill.—Convergint, a global provider of service-based systems integration, has announced the acquisition of Delco Security, a Canadian Master Systems Integrator (MSI) specializing in complex technology integrations. With a strong reputation for delivering fully integrated and unified solutions across corrections, healthcare, higher education, k-12 schools, commercial real estate, utilities, and government markets, Delco strengthens and expands Convergint’s capabilities in ..read more

PARSIPPANY, N.J.—Saurabh Pethe founded Kinexis Consulting to address the need for specialized security consulting services for airports and commercial clients, but he knows there is more work to be done. “Moving forward, there is a growing need to improve the efficiency of security operations while maintaining cost-effectiveness,” he stated. “Airports face increasing budget constraints, making it essential to implement solutions that enhance security without unnecessary ..read more

DENVER—Preferred Technologies of Houston took home the Bill Bozeman Award and NextGen Security of Exton, Pa., captured the Integrator of the Year Award in the large business category (more than $25 million) during a luncheon at PSA TEC 2025.   Integrated Security Technologies (IST), based out of Waipahu, Hawaii, won the Integrator of the Year award in the medium business category ($6 million to $25 million); and PSLA (Photo-Scan of Los Angeles) Security Systems out of Los Angeles ..read more

ST. LOUIS—RapidFire Safety & Security (RapidFire) has announced the acquisition of Advanced Security Contractors, Inc. (ASC), based in El Paso, Texas. The acquisition of ASC expands RapidFire’s Texas security and fire alarm service area to now include West Texas and serves as a foundation for expanding service offerings for ASC’s customers in the future. This represents the third acquisition in Texas for RapidFire. “The ASC team brings a wealth of experience and a strong ..read more

SAN FRANCISCO—Sciens Building Solutions announced it has added Lorton, Va.-based Akers Fire Protection to its continuously growing portfolio of companies in the United States. This latest acquisition by Sciens displays its commitment to becoming the largest independent fire-life safety and security integrator in the U.S. by officially adding the state of Virginia to its already broad U.S. presence, the company stated in its announcement. Akers will add to Sciens’ existing divisions ..read more

LOS ANGELES—As someone who leads a company that is committed to the safety and security of its customers, Michael Zatulov is finding it extremely challenging as he spearheads efforts to rebuild the Pacific Palisades city and community devastated by the recent wildfires that have left thousands of families homeless.    Zatulov, the president of Elite Interactive Solutions and a member of the Security Systems News 40 under 40 (Class of 2023), and his family are among those who ..read more

PARKLAND, Fla.—It has been seven years since the devastating shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School that killed 14 students and three faculty members.  In this time, parents Andrew Pollack and Ryan Petty have carefully analyzed the preventable failures that contributed to the loss of their children, advocating for actions to make schools safer at local, state, and federal levels. Today, advancements in cloud-based technology provide an opportunity to enhance school ..read more

ATLANTA—Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has announced the acquisition of USA Security Services, boosting the company’s delivery of full-service fire and security protection in the Northeast.  USA Security Services, specializing in security and fire alarms, intrusion and fire detection, CCTV and monitoring, protects commercial customers throughout New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New York and from a Florida satellite. Since 1978, USA Security ..read more

PHILADELPHIA—The state-of-the-art Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center has served as a hub for the Philadelphia community since its grand opening in July and is offering a leg up to city youths. The $45 million-plus, 100,000-square-foot facility – formerly a large shipbuilding factory - was deemed “a consultant’s dream” by one of its contributors and is operated by Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB), a non-profit organization that intertwines youth development ..read more