The prestigious Annual ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program highlights the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time. Pictured here, Dr. Kathleen Kiernan, President of NEC National Security Systems (at left), and Tammy Waitt, Editorial Director at AST (at right), present CBP OFO Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane Sabatino with the 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Government Leadership & Innovation Person of the Year Award at the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Ceremony and Luncheon banquet in New York City.

AST Unveils 2022 CHAMPIONS Edition ‘Fully Interactive’ Magazine

American Security Today (AST) is pleased to introduce the 2022 'ASTORS' CHAMPIONS Edition - the Go-To Source for more than 75,000 decision-makers at the Federal, State, and Local levels and firms allied to...
With over 20 years’ experience at various manufacturers in the security access control market, Veteran-Owned and USA-Made AACS was founded to address customers’ needs and requirements, for superior products both in serviceability and functionality.

WVAACS Series 400 Returns to Compete in 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Awards

In these challenging times, have you considered what would happen if you could no longer purchase supplies required to keep your entrance control points operating because they are manufactured in Europe? This could...
Clopay® Corporation's New Rolling Doors Inhibit Oxidation and Rust to withstand Extreme Environments, such as this Water Treatment Plant.

Clopay® Unveils New Corrosion Resistant Service and Insulated Doors

Clopay® Corporation, a leader in closure products for commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and retail applications, recognized in the 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Program, is introducing new Corrosion Resistant Service and...
“I strongly believe that artificial intelligence is one of the key technologies that will accelerate the fourth industrial revolution,” according to Rahul Yadav, New CTO at Milestone Systems.

Showbiz to Video: Milestone New CTO to Keep Pace with New Technologies

Artificial intelligence (AI) represents rare and exciting opportunities for today's industry-wide revolution in video technology. This is Milestone Systems' evolving vision for Rahul Yadav, their new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), who...
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See Why a Holistic Multi-Layered Approach to School Safety is Critical

Guest Editorial by David Rogers, CMO of Raptor Technologies School safety protocols have changed vastly over the last few decades, yet we’ve continued to see tragedies occur on school campuses. As of...
Following separation from Panasonic, 2022 ‘ASTORS’ Award Champion i-PRO Initiates Inspirational Cultural Change that Redefines Company’s Business Field and Partner Relationships

i-PRO Year One: Launches 100+ New Cameras & Earns Double Digit Growth

i-PRO, a global leader in professional security solutions, and the 2022 Platinum 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Vehicle Mounted Law Enforcement Solution, is proud to announce double-digit growth in...
As Trusted Workforce 2.0 continues to roll out, there will be even more professionals within the government’s Continuous Vetting (CV) program, and more opportunities, for personnel to transfer between contracts. That’s good news for business – but bad news for security where paper-based systems and spreadsheets reign supreme. SIMS Software ClearanceJobs

SIMS a Returning ‘ASTORS’ Sponsor: ‘State of 2023 Facility Security Officer’

Behind every security clearance or classified program is a security officer maintaining that eligibility and keeping those classified programs safe. The good news is that security clearance reforms baked into Trusted Workforce...

WARNING…. Schools Must be Extra Vigilant During the Month of April

Guest Editorial by Patrick V. Fiel, Sr., Former Executive Director of Security for D.C. Public Schools April has become one of the deadliest months for campus massacres and homegrown terrorist activities in the...
The Xtract One SmartGateway is ideal for stadiums and other ticketed venues that need to get thousands of people in quickly, safely, and in alignment with security standards requirements.

‘ASTORS’ Champ Xtract One to Secure Liberty Stadium Access Points

Xtract One Technologies, a leading technology-driven threat detection and security solution that prioritizes the patron access experience by leveraging AI, and a Multiple 2022 'ASTORS' Homeland Security Awards Champion, is proud...
See how you can improve your home’s safety features inside and out by following these tips from American Security Today.

How to Bolster Home Security Without Draining Your Savings

Your home should be a sanctuary from the outside world. You get to decide who visits and who knows where you live. Everyone should feel a sense of privacy in their...