Why Real-Time Security Data Improves Accountability in Enterprise Security Programs

Real-time security data gives enterprise organizations complete visibility into guard coverage, attendance and billing, helping eliminate unnecessary costs and improve accountability. Learn how GPS-verified tracking, automated invoicing and centralized documentation help security leaders reduce risk and make more informed decisions across every location.

The After-Action Review for Retail: What Security Teams Miss After a Crisis

After the shock, damage and disruption of a crisis have worn off and store managers and associates are returning to work, it’s tempting to breathe a sigh of relief and return to business as usual. However, doing so causes most retail security teams to miss an invaluable opportunity to assess what worked and avoid what didn’t. That’s where an after-action review (AAR) becomes essential. 

Download the RFP Toolkit

Choosing a security provider through an RFP process can be challenging when vendor responses, pricing structures and accountability measures vary widely. The Enterprise Security RFP Toolkit helps procurement and security leaders create a more structured, apples-to-apples evaluation process with practical resources including an RFP template, bid workbook, evaluation scorecard and bidder Q&A tracker.

Download the Dirty Dozen eBook

This eBook uncovers 12 common revenue recapture tactics that can quietly drive up costs after the RFP process. Learn how hidden fees, vague contract language, billing changes and labor practices impact your budget—and discover what procurement teams can do to protect their organization before signing a security contract.

Security Budget Checklist for Executives: How to Cut Costs Without Increasing Risk

Security budgets may be under pressure, but cutting costs without a clear strategy can create greater risks and hidden expenses. This article provides a practical 10-point checklist for security leaders and procurement teams to evaluate security spending, assess site-specific risks and make informed decisions about staffing, technology and off-duty law enforcement coverage.

How to Reduce Security Spend Without Compromising Coverage

Security budget reductions don’t have to come at the expense of safety. This blog explores how organizations can lower security costs through site-specific risk assessments, right-sizing coverage and strategically incorporating technology and security solutions. It also highlights the hidden costs of cutting too deeply, including increased liability, employee turnover, customer dissatisfaction and product shrink.

Protos
Headquarters

383 Main Ave, Suite 505
Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Protos
Headquarters

383 Main Ave, Suite 505
Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Mark Hjelle

Chief Executive Officer

Mark Hjelle is the CEO of Security Services Holdings, LLC as well as Protos Security and its subsidiaries. Mark is an experienced Chief Executive Officer and Board Member who has led large national business and facilities services firms for nearly 25 years delivering strong top- and bottom-line growth while building high-performing teams with strong culture. Most recently, he was CEO for CSC ServiceWorks, a B2B2C provider of technology-enabled consumer services. Prior to CSC, Mark was President of Brickman/Valleycrest a national provider of exterior landscape and snow removal services. Over the course of his 18-year tenure at Brickman, he held numerous leadership positions in operations, finance and business development. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Government Administration from the University of Pennsylvania Fels Institute of Government and a Law Degree from Case Western Reserve School of Law.