The Security Industry Association (SIA) – with support from PSA – has released the “Secure Your Future” Security Industry Careers Guide, billed as a helpful resource offering insights on the security industry, job types, pathways and employers and how to prepare for a security career.

“As someone who didn’t originally plan to work in security but has now been happily in the industry for over 20 years, I can tell you what an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling field this is,” said SIA Board of Directors Chair Scott Dunn, senior director of business development, Americas, at Axis Communications. “Often, when speaking with other leaders, I find that they, too, stumbled into security, but with this new guide, we are hoping to change that trend so that prospective talent are actively seeking out the many exciting career opportunities there are in this industry. This informative, enriching tool will help our increasingly diverse workforce better navigate their own personal career journeys and foster their professional growth.”

The guide features detailed information on:

• The mission, scope and market value of the security industry
• The security ecosystem, including the types of organizations offering employment in the industry
• Jobs and career paths in security – including educational requirements, day-to-day responsibilities, compensation, work-life balance and opportunities for advancement
• Programs and pathways for entering the industry, including degrees, internships, apprenticeships, certifications, scholarships, learning resources and alternative pathways
• Networking and employment opportunities in security

Additionally, the guide shares an array of stories and testimonials from professionals and leaders in security, highlighting their careers, experiences and perspectives.

“SIA is proud to collaborate with PSA on the Security Industry Careers Guide – an informative, compelling and impactful resource to help professionals and students discover the dynamic, innovative and fulfilling career opportunities our industry has to offer,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “Having a career in security means playing an active role in protecting people, their privacy and information and critical infrastructure. This guide shares invaluable insights on the meaningful, well-paid, high-growth opportunities available in our industry, the security landscape, how prospective talent can sharpen their skills and prepare to enter the workforce and how organizations like SIA and PSA can help. We are committed to growing the next-generation security workforce and supporting people as they embark on and progress in their careers, and this guide will be immensely useful to both job seekers and our industry.”

“We were thrilled to partner with the Security Industry Association and the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent on the Security Industry Careers Guide,” said Matt Barnette, president and CEO of the PSA Network. “In a world where safety is paramount, our industry provides an abundance of exciting opportunities to secure futures. This guide highlights the diverse career paths available and will help bring awareness to the industry as a whole.”

The Security Industry Careers Guide is available for free here.