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.

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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

University of PhoenixJennifer Marshall, 847-476-2734Jennifer.marshall@apollo.edu

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