Learn more about the security systems industry by visiting the Web sites of companies such as ADT. Check out the careers section (https://jobs.adt.com) of its Web site and read about the types of jobs offered and the backgrounds of the people working in the field. Ask family members and friends if they know someone who works in security systems and see if you can speak with them to learn more about the pros and cons of the job. Suggested interview questions include: What made you want to enter this career? What type of tools and equipment do you use to do your work? What do you like most and least about your job? How did you train for this field? What are some key skills for success? What advice would you give to young people about preparing for the field and being successful on the job? How will advances in technology change the field? Perhaps you could even job-shadow a security systems installer to learn even more about the field.
Explore the Web sites of trade associations such as the Electronic Security Association (https://esaweb.org), among others, to find out about industry news, publications, and upcoming events where there are opportunities for networking with security systems professionals.
- Airport Security Personnel
- Armored Truck Drivers
- Bodyguards
- Chief Information Security Officers
- Cryptographic Technicians
- Cybersecurity Architects
- Directors of Security
- FBI Agents
- Fire Inspectors
- Fire Investigators
- Forensic Experts
- Fraud Examiners, Investigators, and Analysts
- Internet Security Specialists
- Locksmiths
- Loss Prevention Managers
- Personal Privacy Advisors
- Private Investigators
- Secret Service Special Agents
- Security Consultants
- Security Guards