Tag: United States Department of Defense (DoD)
SIA marks 25th anniversary of 9/11, highlights security industry's ongoing role
September 11, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—As the nation commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the Security Industry Association (SIA) is honoring those who lost their lives while underscoring the security industry's continuing role in helping address evolving threats.
In a statement released Sept. 11, SIA CEO Don Erickson reflected on the enduring impact of 9/11, paid tribute to victims, first responders and military service members, and pointed to areas where security...
PSG achieves CMMC Level 2 certification, expands support for defense customers
August 20, 2026SSN Staff
AUSTIN, Texas—Prometheus Security Group Global (PSG) has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, a milestone the company said demonstrates compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
CMMC Level 2 requires organizations to implement the security requirements outlined in NIST SP 800-171 for safeguarding sensitive information. PSG said the certification strengthens its ability...
Security-Net adds ITD Texas executive as newest member
May 14, 2026SSN Staff
WILMINGTON, Del.—Security-Net has added a new member to its network of security systems integrators: John Wever, chief technology officer of ITD Texas (Integrated Technologies and Design), which operates in El Paso and the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
The addition expands Security-Net’s presence in the Southwest and brings in a company with experience supporting federal government and other high-security environments.
Founded in 2010, ITD Texas provides electrical and security integration...
Patero, Orilla announce strategic partnership
May 14, 2026SSN Staff
COLLEGE PARK, Md.—Patero, a provider of post-quantum encryption technologies, has partnered with Orilla, an edge-native software company focused on industrial artificial intelligence (AI) and data operations, to deliver a secure platform designed to support AI deployments across distributed industrial environments.
The jointly developed offering aims to enable organizations to deploy and manage AI at the edge - including in environments such as energy sites, manufacturing facilities and...
Camelot Secure’s Sherri Thomas selected for 2026 CRN Women of the Channel list
May 6, 2026SSN Staff
COLUMBIA, Md.—Camelot Secure announced that Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Sherri Thomas has been recognized by CRN - a brand of The Channel Company - within its prestigious 2026 Women of the Channel list.
Thomas was selected for her leadership in building Camelot Secure’s partner ecosystem and advancing artificial intelligence (AI)-driven cybersecurity solutions that help organizations strengthen their security posture. CRN’s 2026 Women of the Channel list is featured...
SIA subcommittee applauds inclusion of key counter-UAS legislation in 2026 NDAA
December 16, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced its strong support for lawmakers taking crucial and long-overdue steps needed to address growing threats posed by the weaponization or misuse of drones.
In particular, these steps are needed to protect fans attending venues and events as part of the 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympic Games and America 250 celebrations set to be held in the United States.
Key provisions included in the 2026 National Defense Authorization...
Johnson Controls included in Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Veterans
November 10, 2025SSN Staff
MILWAUKEE—Johnson Controls, a global provider for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, has been named to Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2025 list for the second consecutive year.
America’s Best Employers for Veterans 2025 were identified through an independent survey of more than 17,000 U.S. veterans, evaluating companies on multiple workplace criteria, including career development, compensation, diversity and veteran relations.
Johnson Controls...
Parker Group secures VuWall 2025 Top Performance Award for AVoIP deployment
June 26, 2025SSN Staff
ORLANDO, Fla.—Parker Group, a provider of integrated engineering services and technologies, received VuWall’s 2025 Top Performance Award during InfoComm 2025 for leading VuWall’s largest TRx/PAK deployment.
Parker Group received this award for demonstrating its technical expertise, operational discipline, and ability at scale during the projects done for the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Homeland Security.
Parker Group transitioned a major DoD research,...
Women in Security Profile: ‘A broader spectrum of diversity’ is needed, says Julaine Simmons
May 6, 2025Kenneth Z. Chutchian, Contributing Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—Julaine Simmons believes the security industry needs to take a more holistic approach to diversity, not only expanding the roles of women in the field but also adding experienced professionals in various areas, especially technology.
“While it's crucial to have women in leadership and engineering roles, true diversity goes beyond that,” said Simmons, senior vice president, M.C. Dean. “It means having women in the field actively implementing...
AeroDefense launches drone detection solution AirWarden Essentials
January 9, 2025SSN Staff
OCEANPORT, N.J.—AeroDefense, an American drone and pilot detection hardware and software manufacturer, has announced the launch of AirWarden Essentials – a drone detection solution to monitor traffic through networked drone Remote ID broadcasts for local and wide area views.
Annual single and multi-user subscription plans can be purchased directly from AeroDefense’s website.
Effective drone traffic monitoring relies on hardware which AeroDefense provides as part of the subscription...