Tag: MSA Security
New Allied business unit a ‘one-stop shop'
October 2, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
ORLANDO, Fla.—Allied Universal’s recently launched Enhanced Protection Services business unit was a necessary integration of services designed to address the most critical threats to life and safety, says Glen Kucera.
Enhanced Protection Services combines Allied’s various specialized services into one division and incorporates recent acquisitions, including MSA Security, where Kucera served as CEO of the threat protection solutions provider.
“Allied...
MSA hiring handlers for explosive detection dogs
December 27, 2023SSN Staff
NEW YORK – MSA Security, an Allied Universal company, has announced it is filling positions for handlers to be partnered with canines specially trained to detect explosives.
For eligible candidates, responsibilities will include conducting searches at assigned client sites, such as corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, open areas and/or other locations as needed in Milpitas and Santa Clara, Calif. MSA is seeking candidates with experience in military and law enforcement,...
Allied Universal acquires Elite Tactical Security
April 11, 2023SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif. – Allied Universal is expanding its reach in the Las Vegas market with guarding services and explosives-and firearms-detection canines, courtesy of its acquisition of Elite Tactical Security.
The security and facility services company referred to the acquisition as a strategic expansion of their services in the region. “We are excited to expand our presence in the Las Vegas market, North America’s preeminent destination for exhibitions, events and entertainment,”...
MSA Security launches firearms detection canine services
May 2, 2022SSN Staff
NEW YORK—MSA Security (MSA), an Allied Universal Company, has announced a newly executed exclusive agreement with Shallow Creek Kennels to train MSA canines in firearms detection.
This capability enhances the company's existing threat detection offerings, creating a sophisticated new solution to address the escalating active shooter and criminal threat.
MSA Security has been a leading Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) provider for over three decades with more than 800 DHS SAFETY Act...
Allied Universal acquires MSA Security
September 21, 2021SSN Staff
SANTA ANA, Calif./NEW YORK—Allied Universal, a global security and facility services company, has announced the execution of a definitive agreement to acquire MSA Security (MSA), a provider of comprehensive threat protection solutions to clients nationwide, including K9 security services.
Allied Universal acquired MSA from GreyLion, a middle-market private equity firm focused on investing in leading high-growth businesses. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“The...
MSA Security to host active shooter symposium
February 5, 2013SSN Staff
NEW YORK—MSA Security, a provider of high consequence threat protection and specialized training for corporate and government clients, is hosting a free symposium to help school officials better understand and address an active shooter threat, according to a statement from the organization.
The symposium will take place Feb. 22 at the New Jersey Institute of Technology. In addition to educational sessions at the symposium, MSA Systems Integration will demonstrate the latest versions of its...
MSA Systems Integration says future is bright for independent integrators
October 13, 2011Martha Entwistle
EATONTOWN, N.J.— While some independent integrators are wary of recent changes in the security landscape (realignments at UTC and Siemens, and acquisitions such as Stanley/Niscayah) an integrator based here says his business has and will continue to benefit from what's gone on with the competition in recent years.“There's money to be made in confusion,” Jim Hennessy, president of MSA Systems Integration (formerly Access Systems Integration).It's problematic when a security company...