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This article explains why many houses of worship are reevaluating their security approach as threats become more targeted and severe. It highlights how off-duty law enforcement provides a higher level of deterrence, authority and situational awareness compared to traditional or volunteer-based security models.
Protos recently attended ISC West 2026. While we were there, we noticed a shift in the security industry, where AI is no longer a differentiator but an expectation, and the focus is now on real-world results, not just features. Read our full article by Katie Irvine, Director of Product Marketing, to learn more about the latest trends we saw at the show.
Featured in a recent CFO.com article, Protos Security CFO Tony Escamilla highlights how modern succession planning goes beyond simply filling roles. By rotating employees through different finance functions, he emphasizes building well-rounded, engaged team members who are constantly learning and less likely to leave. Learn more in the full interview.
At ISC West 2026, SecurityInfoWatch interviewed Protos Security CEO Mark Hjelle, focusing on how organizations are managing contract security programs and coordinating guarding services across multiple locations.
Long plagued by inconsistency, opacity and sluggish response times, the traditional contract-guarding model is under pressure. Protos Security is betting that a software-driven, network-based approach, fueled by data, integration and cultural alignment, can deliver the accountability and agility enterprise clients have long demanded.
Security outcomes are shaped not only by coverage and data but by the psychology of safety, how employees and customers perceive their environment, the credibility of the security presence and the quality of interactions during tense situations. Read our full blog series about the psychology of safety in workplaces and communities.
In a recent interview with Security Sales & Integration, Protos CEO Mark Hjelle shares the best advice he’s ever gotten, offers tips for those who are looking to move up in the security industry and points to his career inspiration. Read the full interview to learn how Mark approaches leadership, innovation and growth in the security industry.
Houses of worship face a unique challenge: how to stay open and welcoming while addressing real security threats. This article explores why traditional approaches often fall short and how off-duty law enforcement offers a more balanced solution, combining behavioral expertise with community familiarity.
Explore Protos’ connected security solutions and product ecosystem. This blog provides insight into how integrated technology delivers real-time visibility, accountability and smarter security management.
