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Mark Valentino Named Head of National Security Alarm and Massachusetts Not-For-Profit Banking Groups

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 24, 2018 2:19 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Citizens Financial Group, Mark Valentino, National Security Alarm, Steve Woods.

Citizens Bank announced that Mark Valentino has been tapped to lead its national Security Alarm banking group and its Not-For-Profit banking group in Massachusetts. The security alarm group mainly serves security systems companies nationwide while the not-for-profit team serves the education, hospital and human services sectors. Valentino, who joined Citizens in 2015, has served as National Sales Manager since 2017. A graduate of Georgetown University?s McDonough School of Business, Valentino joined Citizens in 2015 as Head of Sales and Business Development for Global Markets.

Increase In Attacks On GPON Routers

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 21, 2018 7:27 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: botnet, DDoS attacks, eSentire Threat Intelligence, GPON Routers.

eSentire Threat Intelligence has observed an increase in exploitation attempts targeting consumer grade network devices manufactured by Dasan and D-Link. Customers are advised to review the below details and apply mitigation actions if applicable. Successful exploitation of vulnerable devices can result in remote code execution and ongoing communication between the threat actor and infected devices. The identified spike in attacks do not appear to be targeted against a specific client or industry.

OnSSI?s National Accounts Program Continues To Provide Partners With Support And Rewarding Incentives

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 2:42 am Categories: NVRs / DVRs, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: convergint technologies, David Barber, onssi, Tony Varco, training and recertification.

OnSSI announced an enhanced partner initiative for their National Accounts Program that will deliver benefits and incentives to valued channel partners. The company also recently announced the appointment of David Barber as the new National Account Manager, who together with this program, will support OnSSI?s partners. OnSSI?s enhanced program rewards reseller partners, like Convergint Technologies. Partners enrolled in the company?s program realize exceptional profit margins, and benefit from a strong product offering, comprehensive technical and sales support, and free licenses for completion of Ocularis training.

Dortronics Custom Fabricated Door Control Solutions Save The Day? Again.

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 1:42 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Bryan Sanderford, door control, Dortronics Systems.

When an end-user or installer needs a custom fabricated access or door control solution, they call Dortronics Systems, Inc. With all product and design done on site at their Sag Harbor, NY headquarters, Dortronics has carved a unique niche for themselves in the access and door control category by providing customers with fast turnaround times and competitive pricing for customized products. One recent request Dortronics received included detailed specifications for a uniquely shaped push-button switch for use outdoors.

Trust Automation To Provide Cybersecurity Solutions For Legacy Industrial Control Systems

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 1:39 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: AICS technology, ICS networks, Trust Automation, Ty Safreno.

Trust Automation has announced it will offer a novel new cybersecurity solution for industrial control systems (ICS). Working through the United States Department of Homeland Security?s Science and Technology Directorate, Trust has obtained an exclusive license to the Autonomic Intelligent Cyber Sensor (AICS) technology developed by Idaho National Laboratories. AICS brings autonomous, real-time cybersecurity measures to the legacy ICS networks that still control much of the United States? critical energy, water and transportation infrastructure.

Sonitrol Of Lexington And Bates Security Partner With 3xLOGIC On Video Surveillance Project

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 1:18 am Categories: Campus Security, Surveillance, VMS Software. Tags: 3xlogic, FDHS, Sean Moberly, Sonitrol Of Lexington, video surveillance, VIGIL Central Management.

3xLOGIC announced that Frederick Douglass High School (FDHS) has deployed a highly-successful video surveillance installation that helps ensure two points of alarm verification to sharply reduce false alarms. In the summer of 2017, Sonitrol of Lexington and Bates Security completed one of the companies? most innovative installations. The project includes verified audio detection, verified video, and an advanced access control system. FDHS, located in Lexington, KY, comprises 350,000+ sq. ft. with over 90 staff and hundreds of students.

Pelco Enhances VMS UX With Two-Camera Immersive Surveillance

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 12:50 am Categories: VMS Software. Tags: Evolution 180, Kevin Saldanha, Panomersive, pelco, Robert Beliles, VideoXpert v2.5.

Pelco^™ Enhances Video Management System User Experience with Two-Camera Immersive Surveillance and a Camera for Eye-level Viewing of Crowded Locations. Pelco by Schneider Electric made two announcements that improve the user experience for video surveillance operators by enhancing visibility of events and enabling faster response. Pelco?s VideoXpert VMS, version 2.5 is packed with numerous new capabilities including enhanced ?Panomersive? immersive context viewing when using Pelco?s Optera camera with Pelco Camera-Link technology and a Pelco ?Enhanced? series PTZ camera.

Capticast Enhances School Safety With Interactive Video Solution

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 12:35 am Categories: Campus Security, VMS Software. Tags: Capticast SVT, David Borish, mobile video control, neo 360.

Capticast SVT

Capticast SVT, the first solution enabling security video clips to be manipulated for closer examination, annotated and shared to users? mobile devices, is now available for use in school settings for rapid response to emergency situations. The software integrates with existing video management systems, runs on any current PC, utilizes a 30? or larger touchscreen for interactive display, and includes secure live chat for real-time communication during incidents.

Lanner Introduces V6S, The Next-Generation Rugged Vehicle Surveillance NVR

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 19, 2018 12:30 am Categories: NVRs / DVRs, VMS Software. Tags: Lanner Electronics, Lanner V6S, MIL-STD-810G.

Lanner V6S

Lanner Electronics launched V6S, next-generation rugged, fanless vehicle surveillance NVR. V6S is designed for public transit video surveillance, recording and analytics. V6S, being the robust vehicle surveillance NVR, can operate under wide temperature range (-20~60^°C), indicating its excellent reliability in harsh environment. V6S is powered by the 7th Generation 14 nm Intel^® Core^™ i7-7600U SoC (formerly Kaby Lake), offering power-efficient performance and accelerated graphics performance for vehicle computing needs.

CyberInt & Check Point Software Technologies Research Leads To Arrest Of Cyber Criminal in Brazil

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 18, 2018 7:36 pm Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Amir Ofek, Check Point Software, cybercriminals, Douglas Zedn. CyberInt.

Israeli cybersecurity managed detection and response services company CyberInt, in cooperation with Check Point Software Technologies, a leading provider of cyber-security solutions globally, led Brazilian authorities to cyber-criminal Douglas Arrial, who had created a DIY phishing kit he was selling on the Dark Web. CyberInt delivers end-to-end cybersecurity managed detection, investigation and response services for digital businesses.

CyberGym Opens First U.S. Cybersecurity Training Arena

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 17, 2018 6:34 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Cyber Warfare Arena, CyberGym NYC.

Cybergym announced the opening of its first U.S. cyber training arena as the latest among its global network of facilities where organizations can test and qualify their cybersecurity technologies and policies – focusing on their people, using an emulation of their business systems and real attacks and attackers. CyberGym NYC will feature human-centered training and qualification programs based on models of the latest cyber attacks against financial, insurance, critical infrastructure, utility and government organizations.

Convergint And Siklu Continue The Push Towards Connecting 200 Smart Cities

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 17, 2018 12:36 am Categories: Corporate News, Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Eyal Assa, IOT, mmWave, siklu, Tony Varco.

Siklu Inc., the global market leader in mmWave wireless solutions, has awarded Convergint Technologies, a worldwide leader in service-based systems integration, as their Top Security Systems Integrator Partner in North America in 2017-2018. This decision was based upon the successful partnership between the companies over the past 2 years. Siklu?s wireless fiber solutions were chosen by Convergint in a number of video surveillance projects across North America, including University Village in Seattle, the cities of Gardena, Lakewood, Bakersfield and many more.

Arecont Vision Total Solution-VMS, Web Services & Video Recorders

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 17, 2018 12:24 am Categories: IP Cameras, NVRs / DVRs, VMS Software. Tags: arecont vision, ConteraCMR, ConteraIP, ConteraVMS, ConteraWS, NVR.

The Arecont Vision^? video surveillance solution is designed for traditional stand-alone video surveillance with ConteraVMS^® video management system software, ConteraCMR^? cloud managed recorders, & both ConteraIP^? and Mega^? cameras. Adding ConteraWS^? web services brings the synergy of local and cloud-based video surveillance. The Arecont Vision Total Surveillance Solution powered by Contera^? delivers the fusion of Arecont Vision Contera and Mega IP cameras with modern video management system software, a selection of advanced NVRs and recorders, and powerful cloud based management.

Siyata Mobile Announces Additional U.S. Tier 1 Operator

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 17, 2018 12:18 am Categories: Corporate News, Mobile / In-Vehicle. Tags: in-vehicle Internet of Things, Marc Seelenfreund, Siyata Mobile, Uniden UVE350.

Siyata Mobile Inc. announced that an additional Tier 1 Cellular Operator in the United States has commenced network certification for the Uniden^® UV350, the world?s first and only all-in-one 4G/LTE dedicated in-vehicle cellular device. The approval process is being streamlined and is expected to be completed in Q4 of 2018 as the Uniden UV350 has received all major government and industry approvals, including Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Android compatibility test suite (CTS), and PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB).

New Podcast Series From Johnson Controls

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 17, 2018 12:15 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Building Connections, GLAS smart thermostat, Imran Riaz, Johnson Controls.

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Johnson Controls has launched a new podcast series called ?Building Connections.? The series connects Johnson Controls leaders and industry experts with customers, employees and others to offer insight into the evolving technological connections within built environments. In the first episode of Building Connections, the company interviewed Imran Riaz, vice president of User Experience (UX). Learn how Riaz? team is uniting the Johnson Controls Buildings product portfolio with a consistent look and feel to create a better experience for customers. You?ll also learn about the influence Apple designers have had on Riaz? career, the new GLAS smart thermostat, his background as a fighter pilot and much more.

ISS Appoints Chief Marketing Officer

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 14, 2018 12:53 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Aluisio Figueiredo, Intelligent Security Systems, Janet Fenner.

Janet Fenner

Seasoned and highly respected executive Janet Fenner will be joining Intelligent Security Systems (ISS), and will be taking up the newly created role of Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). She joins directly from Dahua Technology U.S.A. and will start on July 9th. Fenner reports directly to the CEO, Aluisio Figueiredo. She has also been appointed to the ISS Executive Director?s Board, the most senior committee in the company, reporting to the full Board. Fenner was recently recognized as one of the security industry?s top female leaders and newly appointed to the Security Industry Association?s (SIA) Board of Directors.

Save The Date For Mission 500 Annual Softball Game

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 14, 2018 12:49 am Categories: Corporate News. Tags: Alan Forman, Jeff Eichenlaub, Mission 500, softball game fundraiser.

Mission 500 has announced that its fourth annual security industry softball game fundraiser will take place on Sunday, August 26, 2018. This year?s event will be held from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Overpeck County Park, located at 199 Challenger Road in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey. Sponsorships are available between $500 and $5,000. Companies contributing over $1,500 will have the option to designate one or two players to a team.

Viakoo Demonstrates Focus On Cybersecurity By Joining CTA and ESA

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 14, 2018 12:46 am Categories: Cyber Security. Tags: Consumer Technology Association, Cybersecurity, electronic security association, IOT, viakoo.

Viakoo the only provider of proactive solutions to automate surveillance and access control system verification for the security industry, continues to drive standards for security industry by joining the Consumer Technology Association as a startup member, and the Electronic Security Association as an associate member as of 2018. The Consumer Technology Association, or CTA, accelerates growth and progress for the technology industry with leading market research and education in addition to establishing standards to shape innovation and collaboration within the industry.

Altronix Expands Trove Access And Power Integration Solutions With Paxton Access

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 14, 2018 12:44 am Categories: Distributors / Systems Integrators. Tags: Alan Forman, altronix, Chris Wilson, Net2 plus, Paxton, Trove2PX2.

Altronix announced it has added Paxton Access to its expanding portfolio of Trove^™ Access and Power Integration Solutions, which simplify board layout and wire management, greatly reducing installation and labor costs. Altronix Trove2PX2 seamlessly accommodates Paxton controllers providing a scalable, cost effective access control solution. The Trove2PX2 includes a removable backplane which accommodates up to 12 Paxton Net2 plus series controllers. This allows installers to test and configure the access system prior to installation.

EVRY Conveys Sleek Innovation With Boon Edam Speed Gates In Reception Area

Posted by Jay Bartlett July 14, 2018 12:41 am Categories: Access Control. Tags: Access Control, Daan Van Beusekom, EVRY, Royal Boon Edam, Speed Gates, T consulting.

As one of the largest IT companies in Scandinavia, EVRY provides comprehensive computing, IT consulting, and business solutions to Nordic companies, financial institutions, public sector entities, and health authorities. While security at EVRY facilities is paramount, so is maintaining a leadership brand and accommodating a high flow of staff and visitors. Entrances of EVRY facilities must provide a high level of security given the value and sensitivity of the work they do, as well as the presence of clients? intellectual property and other data.