The Psychology of Safety: Building Security Programs That People Trust

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.
The Hidden Psychological Cost of Unsafe Workplaces

Unsafe workplaces carry a hidden psychological cost that drives employee fear at work, disengagement and turnover long before a major incident occurs. This blog article explores how the perception of workplace safety, shaped by visible, capable security presence, directly influences whether employees feel safe at work, trust leadership and stay focused on their jobs.
Protos Security’s Chief Revenue Officer, Peter Platten, Featured in CEO Coaching International Podcast

Peter Platten, Protos Security’s Chief Revenue Officer, was featured in a podcast by CEO Coaching International. During the podcast, Peter explains his four-move framework to grow fast in a private equity environment. From systems thinking to bold goal-setting, the episode dives into how leaders build organizations designed for exponential growth.
The Psychology Behind Effective Security: Why Feeling Safe Matters as Much as Being Safe

Security isn’t just about preventing incidents; it’s about how people perceive risk and safety in their daily environment. This article explores the psychology behind effective security and why employees’ ability to feel safe directly impacts behavior, performance and retention.
Why De-Escalation Works: Psychology and Decision-Making in Security

One-size-fits-all security programs fail because people judge safety by perception, not policy. Learn how psychology, environment and experience shape effective security outcomes in this article.
Protos Security Featured in SecurityInfoWatch.com

Protos was featured in a SecurityInfoWatch.com article authored by Kris Vece. The article challenges the outdated narrative that women in security are simply “breaking barriers.” Instead, it argues that women are actively reshaping and leading the modern security landscape at the enterprise level. It includes powerful stories from industry leaders Julie Fraser of Protos, Cathy Langley of Solink and Debbie Gaxiola-Maples of Salesforce.
Protos Security’s Anthony Escamilla Featured in CFO.com on the Convergence of Finance and Operations

In a recent CFO.com interview, Anthony Escamilla, CFO of Protos Security, discusses how the roles of finance and operations have increasingly converged, making the two functions essentially inseparable in today’s business environment.
Why One-Size-Fits-All Security Fails: The Psychology Behind Effective Protection

One-size-fits-all security programs fail because people judge safety by perception, not policy. Learn how psychology, environment and experience shape effective security outcomes in this article.
Building a Connected Security Operation Network: The Protos Vendor Experience

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.
Protos Security’s Anthony Escamilla Featured in CFO Leadership

CFO Leadership recently featured an article by Anthony Escamilla, Protos CFO, titled “Why Corporate Divestitures And Carve-Outs Are Accelerating.” The article explores the financial and strategic drivers behind the surge in carve-outs and divestitures, highlighting why speed and precision matter more than ever.