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PartnerForSecurity
History [Phase 1] The Private Sector Security Professional in 2000 was the individual managing/directing the security
operations of a given enterprise, dealing primarily with the existing contract or in-house management of physical security and guard staff.
Related internal groups such as loss prevention and fraud investigations units worked closely with the operations area of the business.
These executive positions were generally held by individuals recruited from the ranks of the military or law enforcement at various levels.
More importantly, the concept of “Convergence of IT and Physical Security” had not been thought of.
This profile of a Private Security Professional ceased after 9/11 as that horrible day not only changed the lives of each and every
American, but it dramatically impacted the role and responsibilities of this key security function. This metamorphosis occurred in all
sectors, both public and private. Both military and law enforcement career professionals were trained to be reactive, respond to crisis
and follow orders. But now from where do they take direction? The war was “in country”. The national enemy was not uniformed. So, the
responsibility to lead and give direction fell to them. The risk and vulnerability assessments were not in place for a measured and
calculated response to a homeland war. There were no “lessons learned”, no mock drills and few, if any, had a clue as to what
procedures were necessary to fight this war against terrorism. The role of the professional changed literally overnight into something
completely new and evolving daily. But, it was a position that had no catechesis or formal training to prepare for this new shift and new
focus in the days ahead.
History [Phase 2] 9-11-2001 - This was the day when I made the decision to dedicate my career and utilize my
experience to advance the safety of our country. This was the day I decided to pursue a career in security. My professional curricula has
lead me on a path of learning. A self-taught model evolved, setting me on a course to embark upon a collaborative approach of
contact/network development, lessons learned through technology security deployments, and extensive volunteer hours within the law
enforcement and federal associations, both professional and collaborative such InfraGard, the National Law Enforcement Associates,
ASIS, International Association of Crime Analysts to name a few. These associations allowed me to identify industry concerns; and
encounter specific subject matter experts while embracing mentors and collaborating with trusted friends. This journey has brought me
to the level that I am at presently. In retrospect, it has been the most challenging, rewarding, enlightening and proudest experience I could
have ever imagined. The single most important lesson learned during this novitiate run came from active/former law enforcement and
security professionals. I learned that doing the right thing requires sacrifice, the very foundation of this nation. By approaching every day
with this commitment, “doing the right thing is in the best interest of all," Laurie Venditti
operations of a given enterprise, dealing primarily with the existing contract or in-house management of physical security and guard staff.
Related internal groups such as loss prevention and fraud investigations units worked closely with the operations area of the business.
These executive positions were generally held by individuals recruited from the ranks of the military or law enforcement at various levels.
More importantly, the concept of “Convergence of IT and Physical Security” had not been thought of.
This profile of a Private Security Professional ceased after 9/11 as that horrible day not only changed the lives of each and every
American, but it dramatically impacted the role and responsibilities of this key security function. This metamorphosis occurred in all
sectors, both public and private. Both military and law enforcement career professionals were trained to be reactive, respond to crisis
and follow orders. But now from where do they take direction? The war was “in country”. The national enemy was not uniformed. So, the
responsibility to lead and give direction fell to them. The risk and vulnerability assessments were not in place for a measured and
calculated response to a homeland war. There were no “lessons learned”, no mock drills and few, if any, had a clue as to what
procedures were necessary to fight this war against terrorism. The role of the professional changed literally overnight into something
completely new and evolving daily. But, it was a position that had no catechesis or formal training to prepare for this new shift and new
focus in the days ahead.
History [Phase 2] 9-11-2001 - This was the day when I made the decision to dedicate my career and utilize my
experience to advance the safety of our country. This was the day I decided to pursue a career in security. My professional curricula has
lead me on a path of learning. A self-taught model evolved, setting me on a course to embark upon a collaborative approach of
contact/network development, lessons learned through technology security deployments, and extensive volunteer hours within the law
enforcement and federal associations, both professional and collaborative such InfraGard, the National Law Enforcement Associates,
ASIS, International Association of Crime Analysts to name a few. These associations allowed me to identify industry concerns; and
encounter specific subject matter experts while embracing mentors and collaborating with trusted friends. This journey has brought me
to the level that I am at presently. In retrospect, it has been the most challenging, rewarding, enlightening and proudest experience I could
have ever imagined. The single most important lesson learned during this novitiate run came from active/former law enforcement and
security professionals. I learned that doing the right thing requires sacrifice, the very foundation of this nation. By approaching every day
with this commitment, “doing the right thing is in the best interest of all," Laurie Venditti
The Publication Editor Mistina Bates dedicated this publication to
my article on the Scent of Terrorism, click on the image to
download the pdf of the article,
my article on the Scent of Terrorism, click on the image to
download the pdf of the article,