Direct-to-Agency vs. Outsourced Off-Duty Law Enforcement Services: Why Protos is the Smarter Choice
When it comes to securing your people, property or projects with off-duty law enforcement, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to manage it yourself or outsource to a trusted partner. At Protos, we help clients unlock the full return on investment (ROI) of their security spend by delivering a better way to manage off-duty law enforcement programs. We eliminate the hidden costs of internal coordination, elevate the quality and consistency of off-duty law enforcement programs and assume full risk through comprehensive insurance coverage.
The People, Places and Purpose Behind Protos’ Guarding Services
Did you know that Protos Security is considered one of the fastest-growing guarding companies in North America? Since being acquired by the private equity firm Southfield Capital in 2019, Protos has experienced remarkable growth – acquiring new businesses, increasing our workforce, advancing the proprietary software that first set us apart and broadening our service offerings to include guarding, off-duty, specialized and remote services divisions.
Workplace Violence Risk Management: Identifying Threats Before They Escalate
Workplace violence isn’t just a headline issue, it’s a growing threat that affects employees across industries. Organizations that take a proactive approach to workplace violence risk management position themselves to protect employees and operations more effectively.
Workplace Violence Prevention Strategies: How to Create a Safer Work Environment
Workplace violence affects every industry, posing risks to employee safety, business continuity and legal compliance. At Protos, we believe that prevention starts with preparation. In this article, we explore actionable workplace violence prevention strategies, training approaches and risk management frameworks to help organizations create safer, more resilient environments.
Protos Whitepaper: Adapting Security Strategies in a World Where Change Is the Only Constant
In today’s retail environment, businesses face growing challenges from organized theft, public behavior and budget pressures. This whitepaper outlines how leading retailers are evolving their security strategies – using integrated technology, flexible staffing and data-backed insights to stay ahead of risk.
Raising the Bar in our Security Posture: Protos Achieves SOC 2 Type II Compliance
We’re proud to share a major milestone in our ongoing commitment to safeguarding client data and meeting the highest standards in data security: Protos has successfully achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance.
Product Marketing in Security: Translating Innovation into Impact at ISC West 2025
The security industry has long been defined by boots-on-the-ground execution, but in 2025, it’s apparent: software and technology are reshaping everything. This year at ISC West 2025, Protos made it clear we’re not just keeping up – we’re leading through our integrated protection solution.
Protos Security to Showcase Innovative Security Solutions at ISC West 2025
Protos will be exhibiting at ISC West in Las Vegas. At ISC West, Protos will demonstrate its latest advancements in security technology, illustrating how its software ecosystem enhances efficiency, transparency and scalability, improving security outcomes and providing the visibility businesses need to operate with confidence.
How We Deliver Security That Never Settles
At Protos, we believe in a modern security experience that never settles and dynamically adapts when, where and how its needed. In this blog, Protos Chief Executive Officer Mark Hjelle shares how Protos delivers that promise to our customers, elevating the exceptional experience every day.
John Valdez Appointed Regional Vice President of Operations At Squad Security, A Protos Company
Squad Security, A Protos Company, proudly welcomes John Valdez as its new Regional Vice President of Operations. As a dynamic leader with 25 years of experience in Fortune 500 companies and high-growth ventures, Valdez will spearhead Protos’ Specialized Division in California, driving innovation, operational excellence and strategic expansion.
