How to Start a Contract Security Agency in Alabama (Complete Guide)
Who this guide is for? Entrepreneurs forming a new contract security company in Alabama, owners converting an in-house guard force into a licensed contract agency, and managers standardizing multi-site compliance. This path is not easy and it is not for everyone. You will face strict licensure, high insurance limits, 24/7 operations, tight margins, constant recruiting, […]
Complete Alabama Security License Guide from STPA
Complete Alabama Security License Guide from STPA Complete Alabama Security License Guide from STPA Want to work security in Alabama? This guide explains how to earn your license through the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) — from training and fingerprints to fees, timelines, exemptions, and firearms qualifications. Who needs an ASRB license? If you’ll be […]
Tennessee Unarmed and Armed Security Officer Requirements
Tennessee Security Officer License: Complete Step-by-Step Guide This guide explains how to become a registered security guard/officer in Tennessee. It covers Unarmed and Armed paths under Tennessee’s Private Protective Services program at the Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI). 1) Do you need a Tennessee registration card? If you perform security guard or patrol duties […]
9/11 Patriot Day: Remember, Serve, and Recommit to Unity
9/11 Patriot Day: Remember, Serve, and Recommit to Unity September 11 is recognized in U.S. law as Patriot Day—a time to honor those we lost, stand with survivors and families, and reflect on what unites us. Many communities pause for a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. to mark the moment the first tower was […]
Welcome to the Wall
Welcome to the Wall Every fortress needs a strong wall, and every good wall needs a shield. That’s where we come in. Welcome to Shieldwall Tactical Protection Academy (STPA) — Birmingham, Alabama’s trusted hub for security officer training, firearms safety, and defensive skills. Whether you’re pursuing your Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) license, preparing for […]