Careers in Security

CUNY Civil Service Exams
This website provides information on upcoming Civil Service exams for job opportunities with the City University of New York. There can be security-related exams, such as campus peace officer or campus security assistant.

CUNY Job Postings
Here, you can search for job opportunities at the City University of New York.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
The Department of Homeland Security offers a variety of scholarships, fellowships, internships and training opportunities to expose students to the broad national security mission. This link takes you to the page where they link all of their opportunities for students.

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
The FBI offers valuable work experience for students at every education level. With a variety of programs, internships and entry-level career options, the FBI seeks students and recent graduates to bring their knowledge and skills to their diverse workforce. This is a link to the FBI's student career's page, where they have opportunities for highschool, undergraduate and graduate students.

IBM Careers in Security
International Business Machines Corporation is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Armonk, New York, with operations in over 170 countries. This is a link to their security-related career opportunities.

New York State (NYS) Jobs
This section of StateJobsNY is for members of the general public seeking state employment, and lists those jobs for which an examination is not necessary. The vast majority of state jobs require that an applicant take and pass an appropriate civil service examination in order to qualify for consideration. This page provides a number of links to the Department of Civil Service, the agency responsible for civil service examinations.

New York City (NYC) Civil Service Exams
Click here to learn about how to apply for civil service exams to qualify for certain NYC jobs.

NYC Jobs - General Search
This website provides a way to search for all of the jobs offered in New York City government, to include the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island, and Queens.

NYC Jobs - Search by Interest or Agency
This website allows you to search for a NYC job, based on your interest or within a specific agency. Agencies that might interest security students include the Administration for Children's Services (ACS), Board of Correction (BOC), Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB), Fire Department (FDNY), Department of Correction (DOC), Department of Investigation (DOI), Department of Probation (DOP) Department of Transportation (DOT), Police Department (NYPD), Mayor's Committee on City Marshalls, Mayor's Office, Office of Emergency Management (OEM) or The Special Commissioner of Investigation.

NYC Jobs - Advanced Search
This website allows you to search for NYC jobs with keywords. Sample keywords you can use to find security-related positions are provided below.

Job Search Websites for Security-Related Positions and Keywords

You can also use career websites, such as Indeed.com, Simplyhired.com and LinkedIn.com to search for security-related positions. On LinkedIn, these searches will highlight your contacts or "connections" that are employed in the various companies, giving you the opportunity to network with those individuals. Keywords you can use to search for jobs on these websites include cyber crime, cybercrime, fraud, homeland security, intelligence, investigate, investigations, investigative, officer, protective & security and security.

Security-Related Scholarship Opportunities

There are many security-related scholarship opportunities. The ones provided below are focused on cyber and fraud-related careers. Additionally, various governent organizations, security companies, and several security organizations/professional associations on this website also have scholarship opportunities. Those opportunites are location on the organization's website and many have been highlighted on this page. Please check this entire website for a complete listing.

Cyber Security Scholarships: This link provides information about several cyber security-related scholarships. They include the following programs: 

For Graduate and Undergraduate Students: NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program, SMART Scholarship for Service Program, Stokes Educational Scholarship Program, CyberCorps® Scholarship for Service, CIA Undergraduate Scholarship, 2021 Snort Scholarship, NCFTA Cyber Scholars Scholarship Program

For Undergraduate Students: ISC2 Undergraduate Scholarships, The Colonel Sully H. De Fontaine Scholarship Award, The Peter Jasin Afio Endowment – Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships, Lint Center for National Security Studies Inc. Scholarships, SAIC Cyberwarrior Scholarship, ISACA Regional Chapter Scholarships, ISSA Education Foundation Scholarship, Navy Information Assurance Scholarship, Heinlein Society Scholarships, AFCEA STEM Major Scholarships, AFCEA Cyber Security Scholarship, Barry Goldwater Scholarship

For Graduate Students: KnowBe4 Scholarship for Black Americans in Cybersecurity, The Life’s Choice Foundation Graduate Scholarship Award, NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program, National Defense Science And Engineering Graduate Fellowship, National Science Foundation Scholarship for Service (SFS), Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program, ISC2 Graduate Scholarships

Scholarships For Women: PrinSWSIS Scholarship, Palantir Women in Technology Scholarship, HORIZONS Scholarship, Raytheon’s Women in Cyber Security Scholarship, Women in Computing Scholarship, Ralph W. Shrader Graduate Diversity Scholarship, Chevron / SWE Scholarship

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program. This scholarship supports students who are interested in a career in fraud examination. It provides up to $10,000 towards education expenses. 

Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Cyber Security Internships
Cyber Security Undergraduate Interns protect CIA data and IT systems by identifying current threats, mitigating vulnerabilities, and anticipating future cybersecurity challenges. CIA internships are for full time students pursuing an undergraduate degree.

CIA Student Opportunities
The CIA is the world’s premier foreign intelligence agency and their work is vital to U.S. national security. The CIA collects and analyze foreign intelligence and conducts covert action. U.S. policymakers, including the President of the United States, make policy decisions informed by the information the CIA provides. The CIA offers student (internship and co-operative education) programs, which offer the opportunity to work alongside experts in your field of study as you gain real-world experience within the Intelligence Community. The CIA offers scholarships and also opportunities for graduate students.

CUNY Internship Postings
CUNY offers several internship opportunities, including an academic internship program that is specifically for John Jay students.

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Internships
CISA is the Nation’s risk advisor, working with industry and government partners to defend against today’s threats and collaborating to build a more secure and resilient infrastructure for the future.CISA hires current students enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level for paid cyber/IT internships.

Facebook Security-Related Internships
Facebook is a large social networking service company based in Menlo Park, CA. This link brings you to their careers page for security-related internships.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Internships Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau
The FCC regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories. An independent U.S. government agency overseen by Congress, the Commission is the federal agency responsible for implementing and enforcing America’s communications law and regulations. The FCC offers many internship opportunities in their Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau, which are listed on the page linked above.

FireEye Cybersecurity Internships
FireEye is an intelligence-led security company headquartered in Milpitas, California. It has been involved in the detection and prevention of major cyber attacks. It provides hardware, software, and services to investigate cybersecurity attacks, protect against malicious software, and analyze IT security risks. FireEye has over 7,900 customers across 103 countries, including more than 50 percent of the Forbes Global 2000. Their internship program is called IGNITE and it’s linked above.

IBM Internships
International Business Machines Corporation is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Armonk, New York, with operations in over 170 countries. This is a link to their internship and entry-level opportunities.

Lockheed Martin Cyber Security Internships
Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 110,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. Lockheed Martin offers both cyber-related jobs and internships.

Microsoft Internships
Microsoft is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Redmond, Washington. They have a university internship program that would be ideal for students interested in cybersecurity (learning about data science, information technology operations, etc). The above link provides more information about their program.

National Security Agency (NSA) Student Programs
The National Security Agency is a national-level intelligence agency of the United States Department of Defense, under the authority of the Director of National Intelligence.The National Security Agency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS) leads the U.S. Government in cryptology that encompasses both signals intelligence (SIGINT) and information assurance (now referred to as cybersecurity) products and services, and enables computer network operations (CNO) in order to gain a decision advantage for the Nation and our allies under all circumstances. The NSA offers many student programs, including internships, scholarships and a co-op program, which is detailed in the link above.

New Jersey Office of Homeland Security
The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) offers internships to a select group of applicants for college undergraduate juniors and seniors or graduate students during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. These are part-time, unpaid internships located in either their Hamilton or West Trenton office. All interns are assigned work assignments that are part of on-going projects at NJOHSP so that they experience having responsibility as well as contributing, just like employees. In addition to this, they have an opportunity to attend various meetings, participate in question and answer sessions with NJOHSP experts, and attend field trips to enhance their learning experience.

New York City District Attorney's (DA's) Offices
The District Attorney's office prosecutes crimes committed against the state, within a local government area. In NYC, there is a district attorney's office in each of the five boroughs. These offices offer many opportunities for students to serve as interns and they also offer many entry-level career opportunities for recent graduates. The following links take you to the career pages for each of the DA's offices in NYC: Bronx DA, Brooklyn DA, Manhattan DA, Staten Island DA, Queens DA.

New York State (NYS) Internships
NYS offers a student intern program for academic credit. That is detailed in the link above. NYS also offers many other opportunies for students with various state agencies which are listed here. There are currently over 75 opportunities listed!

New York City (NYC) Fellowships and Internships
NYC offers many opportunities for students, including: the Americorps Vista, City Service Corps, Civic Corps, Community School Corps, CUNY Internship Programs (also listed above), the John D. Solomon Fellowship, Legal Summer Honors Program, Mayor's Office Internships, Parks Fellowship, Percent for Art, Public Service Corps, Ranger Conservation Corps, Service Fellowship, Summer Internships and the Urban Fellows Program. Information about all of these programs is available in the link above.

NYC Department of Investigation (DOI) Internships
NYC DOI offers internship opportunities year-round, with a robust summer internship program. This is a great program for anyone who is interested in a career doing investigative work, who needs to gain experience. Incidentially, this is where the author of this website started her own investigative career.

NYC Emergency Management Internships
NYC Emergency Management helps New Yorkers before, during, and after emergencies through preparedness, education, and response. The agency is responsible for coordinating citywide emergency planning and response for all types and scales of emergencies. It is staffed by more than 200 dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, including individuals assigned from other City agencies. The NYC EM offers internships in the spring, summer and fall. The opportunities and information on how to apply are available via this link.

Transportation Security Commission (TSA) Internship Program
The TSA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that has authority over the security of the traveling public in the United States. They offer several opportunities for students and also have some programs for recent graduates. More information is available via the above link.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Internships
DHS has three primary missions: Prevent terrorist attacks within the United States, reduce America’s vulnerability to terrorism and minimize the damage from potential attacks and natural disasters. DHS has more than 240,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analyst to chemical facility inspector. This link brings you to 13 different internship opportunities!

Security Companies

Security companies offer jobs in the field of security & investigations. Generally speaking, security companies are awarded contracts to provide security-related services at various private and public locations. Each company will have post the jobs they have available on their respective websites. These positions are great for recent graduates, as they provide opportunities to gain practical experience in either one, or perhaps various organizations. Many of these companies have been around for a long time, with well established reputations. Some specialize in certain areas or types of security, where as others provide vast opportunities on a global scale. The information below may be helpful in selecting which companies to check for career opportunities.

ADT Security Services
ADT was founed in 1874 and their headquarters is in Boca Raton, FL. ADT has more than 17,000 professionals in over 200 locations throughout the U.S. and 6 million customers. As of 2015, ADT was the largest home security provider. This link takes you to their job postings.

Allied Universal
Allied Universal is an American provider of security systems and services, janitorial services, and staffing. The company waspformed in 2016 by the merger of security firms Universal Services of America and AlliedBarton Security Services. The combined company is reportedly the largest provider of security guards in the United States, with over 140,000 trained officers. Allied acquired SecurAmerica in January 2021. This link takes you to their job postings.

American Security & Investigation
American Security LLC (ASI) has provided security, investigative, and consulting services since 1959. ASI is the largest independently owned, full service security agency in the Midwest. Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, American Security has operations in six states; Arizona, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Their career opportunities are linked above. 

Andy Frain Services
Andy Frain was founded in 1924. For the past 90 years, they have supplied services to sports & entertainment locations across the country. Their sports & entertainment division has multiple leaders with over 30 years experience in crowd control, security and guest services for major sports and concert venues. This link takes you to their job opportunities.

Arrow Security
Arrow Security is based in Arlington, VA and has been providing security solutions for over 30 years. This link takes you to their employment application.

Brinks Home Security
Brinks Home Security is a residential security company. Brinks was founded as Monitronics International in Dallas in 1994 to provide alarm monitoring services to U.S. customers and businesses. They also offer financing, technical training and product solutions to dealers within the industry. As of 2015, this company was the second largest home security providers, following ADT . This link takes you to their job opportunities. 

Constellis
Constellis was formed in 2010 by a group of operators and investors who sought to combine best-in-class brands, assets and people within the complex risk management industry. Today, Constellis is the largest and most diverse non-financial risk management company in the United States. they offer a range of security and risk management solutions. Their job opportunities are linked above.

DSI Security Services
DSI (Dothan Security Inc.) is a family-owned business which started in 1969 and is based in Dothan, Alabama. Now DSI has 28 offices spanning 33 states across the U.S. DSI employs highly trained security guard personnel. This link takes you to their job opportunities.

First Coast Security (FCS)
FCS was founded in 1999 by the current CEO and Chairman, E. Bland Cologne, a former Falls Church, Virginia police officer and NCIS special agent. Today, FCS has 2500 employees deployed in 12 states and Washington D.C. They are based in Jacksonville, FL. Their job opportunities are linked here.

G4S
G4S plc (formerly Group 4 Securicor) is a British multinational security services company headquartered in London, England. The company was set up in 2004 when London-based company Securicor amalgamated with Danish business Group 4 Falck. The company offers a range of services, including the supply of security personnel, monitoring equipment, response units and secure prisoner transportation. G4S also works with governments overseas to deliver security. G4S is the world's largest security company measured by revenues. It has operations in more than 90 countries and has over 533,000 employees, making it one of the world's largest private employers. This link takes you to their career page.

GardaWorld
GardaWorld Corporation is a Canadian private security firm, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, with 102,000 employees as of January 2020. GardaWorld International Protective Services, the international division of the company, began operations in 1984. GardaWorld Security Corporation was established as Trans-Québec Security Inc. in 1995. The company runs physical security guard services and armoured car services globally, with over 200 offices worldwide. This link takes you to their career page.

Guard One Security
GuardOne Security provides guard patrol and video monitoring for clients across the United States. They are one of the fastest-growing security guard and patrol companies in the U.S., with more than 25 locations in 11 states. Their career opportunities are linked above.

Inter-Con Security
Inter-Con Security was founded in 1973 and is a family-owned Minority Business Enterprise. They have 55 offices across five continents and employ over 35,000 people in support of Fortune 500 companies, international nonprofits, ultra-high net worth individuals, as well as national, state, and local governments. Their job opportunities are available via the link above.

Motivated Security Services
Motivated Security Services was founded in 1969. It is headquartered in Somerville, New Jersey with offices in New Jersey and New York.  Motivated is the oldest Certified WBE (Women's Business Enterprise) security company in the nation. Motivated is a New Jersey State licensed Private Investigator/Security Consultant as well as a licensed Private Patrolman/Security Guard company. This link takes you to their career opportunities.

Paladin Security
Paladin Security was established in 1976 as a provider of basic security guard services. They are one of the largest security companies in North America, with a diverse set of services across 5 companies; Paladin Security, PalAmerican Security, Paladin Risk Solutions, Concord Parking, and Paladin Technologies. Paladin has over 17,500 employees across North America. This link takes you to their career opportunities.

 Paragon Systems 
Paragon Systems was founded in 1983. They are a United States-based private security and investigation firm, headquartered in Herndon, VA. Paragon Systems is a subsidiary of Securitas. In April 2008, Paragon Systems was awarded a $56 million contract from the United States Department of Homeland Security. Paragon took over the contract from USProtect and provided security services for federal government facilities. As of January 1, 2008 Paragon Systems had received contracts totaling $363 million. This link will take you to their career opportunities.

Pinkerton Security
Pinkerton was founded in 1850 in Chicago, IL and offers services worldwide. At one time, it was the largest private law enforcement organization in the world. It's parent company is Securitas AB. They offer many jobs in security and investigations across the globe. This is a link to their careers page.

Platinum Security
Platinum Security was founded in 1997 in Los Angeles, California. It is comprised of over 800 professionals. Platinum Security provides services in the State of California and in Las Vegas, NV. This link takes you to their career opportunities.

Prosegur USA
Prosegur USA was founded in 1976 in Madrid, Spain. In 2019, it acquired four established U.S. companies with expertise in remote monitoring, aviation security, retail loss prevention, manned guarding and cybersecurity. Today, it has over 160k team members in 26 countries. This link takes you to their career opportunities.

Securitas AB
Securitas AB was founded in 1934. It is a security services, monitoring, consulting and investigation group, based in Stockholm, Sweden. The group has over 300k employees in 53 countries worldwide. In the U.S. there are over 90k employees. Its security solutions include the Six Pillars of Protective Services, specifically: On-Site, Mobile and Remote Guarding; Electronic Security; Fire & Safety; and Corporate Risk Management. Securitas also offers scholarship programs for employees to get a college education or professional certification. They also offer a career path for its workers. This link takes you to their careers page.

Security Alliance Group
Security Alliance Group was founded in 2001. It is headquartered in Miami, FL and has branches in Amarillo, TX, New Orleans, LA, Ozark, AL, Piney Flats, TN, Belmopan, Belize, Quito/Guayaquil, Ecuador and Paramaribo, Suriname. This link takes you to their careers page.

Signal 88 Security 
Signal 88 Security was founded in 2003 and they are based in Omaha, NE. Their locations closest to the NYC-area include: Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY, Sellersville, PA, Greater Philadelphia, PA and South Jersey, NJ. For their employees, they offer a training and mentoring program and an employee development plan. This link takes you to their career page.

St. Moritz Security Services
St. Moritz Security Services was founded in 1982. It is one of the largest American-owned security companies in the U.S. and it's in the top 2% of companies worldwide. The corporate office is located in Pittsburgh, PA and they have career opportunities on the East Coast, the Midwest & Southern U.S. and in California. This link takes you to their career page.

SunStates Security
SunStates Security was founded in 1998. It was named among America's best midsize employers by Forbes in 2021. It is also a certified Women's Business Enterprise. It is based in Raleigh, NC. They have numerous career opportunities, all across the U.S., which you can view via the link above.

Titan Security Group
Titan was founded in 1994 and is based in Chicago. It is one of the largest security companies in North America, employing over 2,000 staff. Titan's positions are primarily located in Illinois and Wisconsin, and are linked above.

United Protective Services
United Protective Services was founded in 1999 and is based in Texas. It provides services across Texas and Oklahoma, with seven branch offices and over 1,200 employees. The link above takes you to their career search page.

United Security Inc. (USI)
USI has been in business for over 30 years and is based in Red Bank, NJ. This link takes you to a page where you can inquire about available employment opportunities.

Vivint
Vivint was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Provo, Utah. It has 11k employees and provides smart home technology and support. In 2017, it was named as one of the world's most innovative companies by Fast Company. Vivint offers hundreds of jobs across the U.S., which are linked above.

Walden Security
Walden Security was founded in 1990 by husband-wife team Mike and Amy, and has now grown to be the nation's seventh largest security company. The corporate office is located in Chattanooga, TN and they have numerous other locations throughout the U.S. Walden's career opportunites are linked above.

Security-Related Organizations and Associations

Security organizations are great resources for training and networking within the security field. Some are more general security-related organizations and some are more specific to certain fields of security. Some, such as ASIS, also offer a career center with exclusive job listings. It is possible for an organization to provide a special discounted rate for current students and/or discounted prices on their certification programs, such as the ACFE. That can be a great opportunity for students. If you don't see them mention it on their website, you may want to contact them to ask.

 

ASIS
Founded in 1955, ASIS International is a global community of security practitioners, each of whom has a role in the protection of assets - people, property, and/or information. ASIS embers represent virtually every industry in the public and private sectors, and organizations of all sizes. ASIS offers a range of education programs, publications and events. ASIS offers special reduced membership rates for students. The above link takes you to their career center.

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
The ACFE is the world's largest anti-fraud organization and provider of anti-fraud training and education. The ACFE has more than 85,000 members worldwide. The ACFE has a career center with many job opportunities. they also offer a special reduced membership rate for current students. They also offer a special rate for students who would like to purchase their Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) exam training. The CFE exam is a highly recognized industry credential that provides valuable traning and education and can also help boost career opportunities. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Academy of Security Educators & Training (ASET)
The Academy of Security Educators and Trainers (ASET) was founded in 1980 as a non-profit professional society. The current membership of hundreds of men and women includes: academics, trainers, students, law enforcement and government officials from National, State and local agencies; self- employed professionals; and security officers, supervisors and directors from major international corporations, banks, transportation industry,security service organizations, communications, energy, retail, chemicals, insurance, petroleum and utility companies. ASET was founded to assist in the growth and development of security education and training. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Associated Licensed Detectives of New York State (ALDONYS)
ALDONYS is New York State’s largest organization for licensed private investigators and security service providers. They offer local training and networking opportunities for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association (ABA) is a trade-based association for the U.S. banking industry. The ABA was founded in 1875. They are based in Washington, D.C. and they offer training, certification, news, research, advocacy, and community for bankers and members of the financial services in America. The above link takes you to their "physical security" information page.

American Polygraph Association
The American Polygraph Association (APA) was established in 1966. They are dedicated to the use of evidence-based scientific methods for credibility assessment. The APA promotes the highest standards of professional, ethical and scientific practices for its 2700+ members through the establishment and publication of standards for professional practice including techniques, instrumentation, analysis, research, training and continuing education. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

American Risk & Insurance Association
ARIA, founded in 1932, supports and educates professionals, scholars, and students in the insurance and risk management industry. ARIA creates opportunities to share and discuss high quality research. They host an Annual Meeting which brings together a large and diverse group of experts to share and discuss cutting edge research in risk management and insurance. They also publish two peer review journals. ARIA works collaboratively with members to drive innovation and excellence in insurance and risk management education and provides networking, information, recognition, and support to students and professors. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

AOPA Air Safety Institute
The AOPA is a nonprofit, tax exempt organization promoting safety and pilot proficiency in general aviation through education. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Association of Continuity Professionals
ACP was founded in 1983. They provide networking and education for members. It has an established community of industry experts, educators, practitioners, leaders, facilitators and advocates. ACP offers progressive programs, workshops and symposiums in business continuity, disaster recovery and emergency response. ACP has industry partners such as DRI International, BC Management and Continuity Housing. ACP has 36 chapters, more than 100 members-at-large and nearly 2,000 members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

ALOA Security Professionals Association
Formerly known as the Associated Locksmiths of America, ALOA is a trade association for locksmiths. It's the largest organization of its kind in North America, representing more than 6,000 locksmiths in the United States, Canada, and other countries. It conducts professional proficiency certifications for its members. ALOA's activities include a continuing education (ACE) program, an annual convention and security exposition, and the ALOA Training Center, based in Dallas, Texas. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Automatic Fire Alarm Association
The Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA) is the only not-for-profit association exclusively focused on the fire alarm industry. Founded in 1953 in Chicago, Illinois by a mixed group of contractors, engineers, and manufacturers. It grew to be a two-tiered organization (National and Local) in 1987 when Larry Neibauer became Executive Director. AFAA now has several Regional and Local Member Associations representing 25+ states nationwide. Membership consists of manufacturers, consulting engineers, distributors, AHJ's and end users. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Aviation Crime Prevention Institute, Inc.
The ACPI is a nonprofit organization focused on eliminating aviation crime through education, communication, cooperation and documentation. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Bank Administration Institute (BAI)
BAI (Bank Administration Institute) is a nonprofit organization in the United States that provides research, training, and thought leadership events for the financial services industry. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, BAI also operates Banking Strategies, a daily online financial services publication. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Board of Certified Safety Professionals
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCSP is a not-for-profit corporation provides accredited credentialing for safety, health, and environmental (SH&E) practitioners. Since 1969, the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) has been setting and certifying the technical competency criteria for safety, health, and environmental practitioners. BCSP establishes standards and certifies competency criteria in professional safety practice. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Computer Crime Research Center
The Computer Crime Research Center (CCRC) is a non-profit, non-governmental and scientific research organization comprised of volunteers. CCRC was created in 2001 to conduct research in legal criminal and criminological problems of cybercrime with the purpose to render scientific and methodical aid and consulting. The CCRC accumulates experience and performs analysis of results of scientific practical research in counteracting and preventing computer crimes. The mission of the CCRC is to research and warn of unlawful acts involving computer and information technologies, including computer crimes, internet fraud and cyber terrorism. The CCRC supports domestic law enforcement, experts and partner organizations working on issues of fighting computer crimes. They also support foreign organizations working on computer crimes. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Electronic Security Association (ESA)
The ESA was established in 1948 and is the largest trade association in the U.S. representing the electronic security and life safety industry. The ESA was formerly known as the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association. It provides resources, advocacy, connections and education for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Information Systems Security Association International
The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)® is a not-for-profit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides educational forums, publications, and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill, and professional growth of its members. ISSA is a nonprofit organization for the information security profession committed to promoting effective cyber security on a global basis. ISSA is committed to promoting effective cyber security on a global basis. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

The Institute of Internal Auditors
Established in 1941, The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida, USA. The IIA is the internal audit profession's global voice, recognized authority, acknowledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator. Generally, members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security. Globally, The IIA has more than 200,000 members. The IIA in North America comprises 159 chapters serving more than 70,000 members in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean (Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Cayman Islands, Curacao, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and Turks & Caicos), Bermuda, and Trinidad & Tobago. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Bomb Technicians & Investigators (IABTI)
The IABTI is a non profit organization established in 1974 that provides training conferences and educational materials for its members. The IABTI also provides peer support for members, accidental death assistance for families of members killed on the job, and awards and honors its members. They also publish a magazine called The Detonator that provides news, technical information, safety notes and emergency bulletins. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA)
The IACLEA was formed in 1958 and is based in Philadelphia, PA. The IACLEA is the largest professional organization dedicated to campus public safety and law enforcement. It has over 4,200 members, representing more than 1,100 institutions of higher education in 11 countries. It offers training, career opportunities and scholarships for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS)
IACIS is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to training, certifying and providing membership services to computer forensic professionals around the world. Formed in 1990, IACIS an international membership base, consisting of federal, state, and municipal law enforcement professionals, and computer forensic practitioners, located in more than 60 countries around the world. IACIS also offers state-of-the-art computer forensic training to students around the world. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI)
IAFCI was founded in 1968.  IAFCI is a non-profit, international organization, that provides a forum for training and collaboration in the areas of financial fraud, fraud investigation and fraud prevention methods. It has a global membership base that includes law enforcement, banking and retail professionals. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) 
IAHSS, founded over 50 years ago, is the only organization solely dedicated to professionals involved in managing and directing security and safety programs in healthcare facilities. IAHSS is a professional association with more than 2,000 members who are healthcare security, law enforcement, safety and emergency management leaders. IAHSS offers several professional certification programs for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC)
The IAPSC is a professional organization for security consultants. With the IAPSC, they can attain professional certification and have a profile maintained in a membership directory. Applicants are screened to give potential employers confidence in their selection of a consultant from the IAPSC database. The IAPSC is based in Albany, NY and they hold annual conferences throughout the U.S. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Association of Security and Investigative Regulators (IASR)
The IASR was founded in 1993 as a forum for private security, private investigative, alarm and related industries to collaborate and share information. They are based in West Des Moines, IA but they hold conferences throughout the U.S. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Bodyguard Association
The International Bodyguard Association was founded in 1957 to provide training for government, military, police and civilian bodyguards. It operates on five continents in more than 50 countries and offers numerous training courses for its members, including training in speciality areas, such as bodyguard work in the maritime, hotel and aviation industries. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO)
The IFPO provides training and education for all levels of security personnel. The IFPO serves employees, employers and educational institutions. The IFPO is based in Naples, FL but the training can be taken virtually/anywhere. There is also a great mentorship program for students! The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Guards Union of America (IGUA)
The IGUA was established in 1948 to represent police and security personnel. It has an international reach and offers benefits and protections for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Organization for Black Security Executives (IOBSE)
The IOBSE was founded in 1982 as an organization for minority security professionals. The IOBSE provides professional resources, education and training and networking opportunities for its members. It also provides scholarships to support minority college students who are interested in working in the security profession. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

International Professional Security Association (IPSA)
The IPSA is a professional organization for individuals and companies working in the fire and security sector. It was formed over 60 years ago to ensure professionalism in the management of security operations. It is based in the UK and is their longest established trade organization. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Jewelers Security Alliance (JSA)
The Jewlers Security Alliance is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 1883. The JSA is based in New York City and has over 20k members. The JSA provides crime information and assistance to the jewlery industry and law enforcement. It provides email crime alerts, publications, a website, seminars and consulting assistance to its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI)
NALI was formed in 1967 for legal investigators actively engaged in negligence investigations for plaintiff or legal defense. NALI serves as a training and education and networking resource for its members. It holds an annual investigation seminar and it also enforces a code of ethics for its members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

National Council of Investigation & Security Services (NCISS)
NCISS is a U.S.-based association formed to monitor and guide federal legislation affecting the investigation & security professions. It also offers a "find an expert" database as a benefit to its members. It was formed in 1975 and is based in Evans, CO. The above link takes you to its main webpage. 

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
The NFPA is a nonprofit organization that was established in 1896 and is focused on eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. NFPA delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering their mission of saving lives and reducing loss. This link takes you to their main webpage.

National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA)
The NFSA was founded in 1905 to promote and improve the methods of fire protection and to discuss the rules and regulations surrounding the automatic sprinkler equipment business, as promulgated by the National Fire Protection Association. They offer training opportunities for members, including an annual seminar. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

National White Collar Crime Center (NWC3)
NWC3 was founded over 40 years ago to train law enforcement and regulatory agencies in the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of economic and high-tech crime. Through grant funding from various federal agencies, it's able to provide high-quality, industry-leading training free of charge. NW3C offers training and support materials through classroom training, online training, webinars, and investigative resources. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Security Industry Association (SIA)
The SIA is the leading trade association for global security solution providers, with over 1,100 innovative member companies representing thousands of security leaders and experts who shape the future of the security industry. It seeks to be a catalyst for success within the global security industry through information, insight and influence. The SIA offers webinars, virtual meetings and other training opportunities. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Security Sales & Integration (SSI)
SSI was created in 1979. It offers print and online resources for the security industry. It's content reaches a monthly audience of over 90,000 executive, sales & technical professionals who recommend, buy and/or install electronic security equipment, including video surveillance, access control, biometrics, IT networking, intrusion, fire alarm, home controls/automation plus other security products and services. Editorial features include commercial & residential product applications, technology updates, systems design installation techniques, sales & marketing case studies, statistical research and operation management. The above link takes you to their main webpage.

Society of Professional Investigators (SPI) 
SPI was formed in 1955 and is based in New York City. The mission of SPI is to provide a forum for education, training and networking of its members. SPI holds regular training and networking opportunities both in person and online. It also hosts an annual awards dinner honoring leaders in the investigative profession. SPI offers a special rate for student members. The above link takes you to their main webpage.