University of Phoenix College of Security & Criminal Justice & ASIS International Launch Enterprise Security Competency Model
August 19 2015 - 7:00AM
Business Wire
New model designed in collaboration with ASIS
Foundation, ASIS International CSO Roundtable Leadership and
Development Committee and endorsed by the US Department of
Labor
University of Phoenix® College of Security and Criminal Justice
and ASIS International today announced the launch of the Enterprise
Security Competency Model. Designed to represent the competencies
that are essential for being prepared for a career in today’s
ever-changing security industry, the model is the first of its
kind.
Careers in Enterprise Security fulfill critical roles in the
protection of national and global economies, and the industry is
changing. Yet despite its size and scope, until now the security
industry has not yet widely endorsed a clear set of competencies
and skills to enable the workforce to keep pace with expanding
roles and responsibilities1.
To respond to workforce development challenges, the ASIS
Foundation, partnered with University of Phoenix College of
Security and Criminal Justice, engaged in multiple research
initiatives to identify the specific professional competencies and
skills that are required to respond to the security risks that
enterprises are most likely to face over the next five years. The
goal of these research efforts was to establish consensus on which
security competencies are needed across industries to close the
skills gap by defining clearer career pathways for tomorrow’s
professionals.
“The Enterprise Security Competency Model provides guidance for
both employers and job-seekers as the need for identifying talented
security professionals continues to grow,” said Bernard Greenawalt,
CPP, vice president, Securitas USA. “The Model is an excellent
demonstration of the results that can be achieved through the
collaboration of industry and educational organizations.”
“The dynamic between a rapidly changing environment and a lack
of industry-accepted competencies contributes to the skills gap and
the related misalignment of educational programs available to
support the industry,” said Spider Marks, executive dean, College
of Security and Criminal Justice, University of Phoenix. “Through
this Enterprise Security Competency Model, University of Phoenix is
able to provide the educational degrees, training and certificate
programs to prepare security professionals and employers for these
challenging and rewarding roles.”
“The Enterprise Security Competency Model designed by University
of Phoenix College of Security and Criminal Justice in
collaboration with the ASIS Foundation defines the foundation and
path for educating security professionals,” said Dr. Linda
Florence, CPP, president of the ASIS Foundation Board of Trustees.
“This is a critical step for ensuring professionals responsible for
the security of our critical infrastructure, assets and people
across all sectors and industries are properly and consistently
educated and prepared for their roles.”
For more information about all University of Phoenix programs in
security, visit www.phoenix.edu/security.
For information about University of Phoenix programs, including
on-time completion rates, the median debt incurred by students who
completed the program and other important information, please visit
www.phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
About ASIS Foundation
The ASIS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
dedicated to fostering research and education opportunities that
enhance the security profession. The topics researched by the
Foundation produce valuable and actionable knowledge for the
security professional. Additionally, through the awarding of
scholarships, the Foundation ensures that those pursuing a career
in the field of security management are able to realize the highest
academic achievements. Foundation programs are supported solely by
contributions from individuals, ASIS chapters, and other
organizations who share its vision of advancing both the security
profession and the professional. www.asisfoundation.org
About ASIS International
ASIS International is the leading organization for security
professionals worldwide. Founded in 1955, ASIS is dedicated to
increasing the effectiveness and productivity of security
professionals by developing educational programs and materials that
address broad security interests, such as the ASIS Annual Seminar
and Exhibits, as well as specific security topics. ASIS also
advocates the role and value of the security management profession
to business, the media, government entities, and the public.
www.asisonline.org
About the College of Security and Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix® College of Security and Criminal Justice
continues the University’s original mission when it began serving
working professionals such as police officers more than 30 years
ago. The College offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs
that provide the skills needed to develop the next generation of
leaders in the security and criminal justice fields. Students are
supported by faculty members who are experts and leaders in their
fields, and can connect with students and professionals through
online and campus networking opportunities. The College of
Security and Criminal Justice’s Faculty Advisory Council reviews
trends and helps keep curriculum on pace with national and
international market demands. For more information, visit
www.phoenix.edu/cjs.
About University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix is constantly innovating
to help working adults move efficiently from education to careers
in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant and
engaging courses, and interactive learning can help students more
effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing
their busy lives. As a subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc.
(Nasdaq: APOL), University of Phoenix serves a diverse student
population, offering associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral
degree programs from campuses and learning centers across the U.S.
as well as online throughout the world. For more information, visit
www.phoenix.edu.
1 University of Phoenix and ASIS Foundation: “Security Industry
Survey of Risks and Professional Competencies,” page 4,
http://www.phoenix.edu/content/dam/altcloud/doc/industry/ASIS-Security-report-WEB.pdf
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