Adam Shaw, Managing Director
Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners (MSCP), the middle-market private equity buyout team within Morgan Stanley Investment Management, have acquired Security 101, a leading provider of commercial security integration services.
The acquisition strengthens MSCP’s portfolio of services-oriented businesses and positions Security 101 for continued national expansion.
Expanding A National Security Integration Platform
Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, Security 101 delivers mission-critical security integration services across healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, finance, data centers, and other end markets.
The company provides end-to-end security solutions, including:
- Access control systems
- Video surveillance
- Intrusion detection systems
By offering a full security lifecycle under one platform, Security 101 enables customers to partner with a single provider for design, deployment, and ongoing support.
Founded in 2007, Security 101 has grown into a leading commercial security provider with a nationwide network of offices equipped to address localized security needs.
Investment Backed Growth Strategy
Commenting on the investment, Adam Shaw, Managing Director and Head of Business Services at Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, said:
“Security 101 has built a differentiated platform with a strong record of organic growth and consistent execution across complex customer environments. We are excited to partner with Greg and the broader team to support continued expansion and further strengthen the Company’s leadership position. We intend to continue investing in the platform to further elevate the customer experience and support scalable service delivery across both local markets and national accounts.”
Greg Daly, CEO of Security 101, added:
“We’re excited to team up with Morgan Stanley Capital Partners to build on our momentum and extend Security 101’s leadership in commercial security integration. MSCP’s resources and experience will help us deepen our national accounts program, continue thoughtful M&A, and expand our unified platform while maintaining the culture and consistency our customers expect.”
The acquisition caps a strong year for MSCP and underscores the resilience of its private equity platform, supported by realizations and continued investment in scalable services businesses.
About Security 101
Security 101 is a leading provider of commercial security integration services serving diverse end markets including healthcare, education, government, manufacturing, finance, and data centers. The company specializes in access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection solutions delivered through a nationwide network of offices.
Learn more: https://security101.com
About Morgan Stanley Capital Partners
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, is a middle-market private equity platform investing primarily in North America. The firm focuses on privately negotiated equity and equity-related investments across business services, consumer, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors, emphasizing operational value creation and acquisition-driven growth.
Learn more: https://www.morganstanley.com/im/capitalpartners
About Morgan Stanley Investment Management
Morgan Stanley Investment Management, together with its advisory affiliates, manages $1.9 trillion in assets under management or supervision as of December 31, 2025. The organization delivers long-term investment performance and comprehensive solutions to governments, institutions, corporations, and individuals worldwide.
Learn more: https://www.morganstanley.com/im
About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) is a global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, wealth management, and investment management services. With offices in 42 countries, the firm serves corporations, governments, institutions, and individuals worldwide.
Learn more: https://www.morganstanley.com/
Internal Links URLs:
https://security.world/category/enterprise-security/
https://security.world/category/access-control/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Is The Strategic Goal Of The Acquisition?
The partnership aims to expand national accounts, support strategic M&A, enhance customer experience, and scale service delivery across local and national markets.
Who Acquired Security 101?
Investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Capital Partners acquired Security 101.
What Does Security 101 Specialize In?
Security 101 provides commercial security integration services including access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection systems.
Where Is Security 101 Headquartered?
The company is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.
What Is Morgan Stanley Capital Partners?
Morgan Stanley Capital Partners is the middle-market private equity arm of Morgan Stanley Investment Management.