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Private Security Industry Expands as Corporate Demand Rises, Wages and Training Lag

CNBC's investigation into Allied Universal, the largest private security firm in North America, documents how corporations are investing heavily in security guards, executive protection, surveillance technology, and physical security services. The report examines what is driving demand for private security and how technology is reshaping the industry. According to the source, low pay, high turnover, and training gaps remain persistent challenges for security personnel despite growing responsibility and expansion.

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  • โœ“Allied Universal is the largest private security firm in North America. (CNBC)
  • โœ“Corporations are increasing investment in security guards, executive protection, surveillance technology, and physical security services. (CNBC)
  • โœ“Technology is reshaping the private security industry. (CNBC)

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  • ~Low pay, high turnover, and training gaps represent persistent challenges in the security industry despite growing responsibilities. (CNBC analysis)
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Source@cnbc
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Coverage7 of 15 major US outlets
PublishedSeptember 9, 2026 at 8:12 AM PDT

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