Guardian Protection has acquired Vortex Security, based in Jupiter, Fla. Vortex has operated in Florida since 2013, professionally installing commercial and residential security systems. 

The acquisition is said to increase Guardian Protection’s customer base primarily in its central Florida footprint. 

Guardian Protection President Bryan Cipoletti commented, “This is another highlight in our continuing journey toward profitable expansion. Guardian is financially strong and eager to acquire like-minded companies. We plan to actively pursue acquisition opportunities that make sense for us.”   

Vortex Security, which placed 79th in the 2024 SDM 100 rankings, is Guardian Protection’s third acquisition since 2021, when it acquired Rampart Security Systems in Pennsylvania. Guardian acquired Vintage Security of Maryland in 2023.  

Vortex’s products and customer base parallel with Guardian’s business and the transition is expected to be seamless. Vortex customers will transition from Vortex’s third-party monitoring center to Guardian’s U.L.-certified, Five Diamond accredited monitoring facilities and in-house customer services.