The Security Industry Association (SIA) will host its Perimeter PREVENT security event this June at the National Housing Center in Washington, D.C. The event will focus on providing insights into critical issues relating to physical perimeter defense for critical infrastructure, public events, government facilities and beyond. The symposium will bring together policymakers, federal agency personnel, […]
Ahead of my interview with Dominic Dillon, I visited the 3B Protection website and clicked on the section detailing how its products support utility security. I scrolled down the page to read the list. Then I scrolled down again. It struck me: This is a company that understands the depth and variety of safety and […]
Infrared technology has long been viewed as a solution that allows utilities to see beyond haze and fog for security applications. However, as more utilities look for ways to expand the use cases for security solutions, many are now applying the technology to monitor assets like substations and transformers — spotting signs of overheating or […]
As the complexity of physical and cybersecurity grows for utilities, the need for a comprehensive understanding of risk has never been more critical. To address this, global systems integrator Convergint recently formed a strategic partnership with Deloitte — one of the world’s largest professional services networks and a member of the “Big Four” accounting firms. […]
I had the honor of being invited to attend Convergint’s Unite event in Las Vegas earlier this year. Convergint hosts this annual event to bring together its sales, operations and business leaders to learn, grow their skills, connect with key partners, and recognize individuals and teams who have achieved significant benchmarks. During the event, I […]
The threats to — and attacks on — industrial control systems (ICS) continue to rise, and utility security professionals must have sound strategies in place to protect both operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) systems. This will be the focus of the upcoming ICS/SCADA Cybersecurity Symposium, happening June 3–4 in Chicago. The event will […]
Last year, I went to ISC West—the nation’s leading converged security trade show—for the first time ever, and let’s just say I felt a tad unprepared by just how massive of a security event it is. To put it simply, there’s a big difference between reading that the event draws nearly 30,000 total industry professionals […]
The Security Industry’s Biggest Event is Bigger in 2025 and Has Expanded its Utility-Specific Education and Events Last year, I went to ISC West—the nation’s leading converged security trade—for the first time ever, and let’s just say I felt a tad unprepared by just how massive of a security event it is. To put it […]
As threats increase in size, scope and variety for security professionals, it can feel like the thermostat is turned up for all to feel the increased heat that comes with addressing those threats. So, as attendees arrived in the hot summer Miami Beach sun to attend the Homeland Security Conference this July, the local weather […]
Security LeadHER Event by SIA & ASIS International Provides Informative Career Growth & Personal Growth Insights to Female Leaders in the Security Industry
With more than 400 attendees attending the event in Phoenix on June 24-25, 2024, the Security LeadHER conference, presented by SIA and ASIS International, is a growing event that reveals a trend toward increased leadership diversity in the security industry. “Of all the security conferences I’ve attended in the last couple of years, this one […]
“Protecting Utilities” Luncheon at ISC West April 2024 Utility Security Sponsored Lunch On April 11, 2024, Security Industry Association (SIA)’s Utilities Advisory Board hosted the “Protecting Utilities” luncheon at ISC West. During this free event, SIA brought together experts, solution providers and thought leaders who are working on the front lines of critical infrastructure protection […]
ISC West – International Security Conference and Exposition Coverage 2024 April 9-12, 2024 – Las Vegas, Nevada International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC) security events are the leading exhibitions for the security tradeshow industry. ISC Security Events are the only holistic security tradeshows strategically designed to provide products, technology, education & networking covering physical, IT […]
Kurt Moreland, was live at The Utility Expo 2023, where he got an up-close look at all the latest innovations in the utility industry. He explored the show floor, met with exhibitors, and learned about the newest products and services that can help utilities improve their efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Here are just a few […]
