When looking for a job many people underestimate the value of a security guard. There are many misconceptions of what a security guards role may include. With today’s advancing technology many security guards of the past had limited responsibilities. Some of the limited responsibilities include some of the basic principles of physical security such as monitoring patrons, facilities, or closed circuit security cameras for suspicious activity, vandalism, criminal acts, rule violations, unauthorized entry or intrusion, vendor services, and most importantly providing customer service. According to Techopedia, physical security is defined as the protection of information technology and the approach to protecting facilities, equipment, resources, life, and a company’s proprietary assets by utilizing technology, guards, and environmental design. Working as a security job in today’s modernized society has become a challenge for many people who do not have the technical skills now needed to become an efficient security guard. Many … READ MORE ...