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Newsletter: February 6, 2025


Latest News: Intercollegiate Forum a Success, Register Now for the Upcoming Annual Conference, NCS⁴ Publishes Marathon and Endurance Event White Paper, NCS⁴ Hosts Course at Yankee Stadium, This Week’s Gameday Security Magazine Must Read, and the 2024 Research Impacts Practice Report Released and More!

NCS⁴ Research Impacts Practice


The Research Impacts Practice report showcases applied research from the NCS⁴ staff, research affiliates, and colleagues nationally and internationally. The report recognizes these contributions in advancing the body of knowledge, subsequently adding value to academic programs and professional industry settings as we work to improve the safety and security of sports and entertainment venues and events.

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Newsletter: November 21, 2024


Latest News: Register now for Upcoming Forums and Annual Conference, CISA Releases Venue Guide for Security Considerations, Cal OES Releases Guide to Support Large Venues, Dr. Brandon Allen Featured in Published Articles, Dr. Stacey Hall Presents at 10th Annual New York City Corporate Security Symposium and More!

The NCS⁴ Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) Program


Professionals in the sports security industry must have a firm grasp of facility management, emergency planning, legal principles, and security measures and be able to apply those measures in the unique sports and special events environment. Earning the CSSP designation helps to expand security knowledge, strengthen peer relationships, and broaden career opportunities.

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Career Resources


Industries Hiring Sport Security Professionals

AEG Global

Allied Universal

Amazon Security

AMB Sports and Entertainment

Arkansas Music Pavilion

ASM Global

Austin Football Club and Q2 Stadium (MLS)

BEST Crowd Management and Event Security

Coliseum Global Sports Venue Alliance

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security (CISA)

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Disney Careers – Security

Eventive Sports

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI)

Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST)

Government Technology & Services Coalition’s Homeland Security. 

International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA)

National Association of School Resource Officers.

International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM)

International Code Council (ICC)

International Facility Management Association (IFMA)

International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA)

International Protective Service (IPS)

INTERPOL Project Stadia Program

Madison Square Garden Security (MSG)

National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA)

National Safety Council (NSC)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Red Badge Security

Securitas Incorporated

Security, Athletic Facilities, and Events Management (SAFE)

SMF Services

Sports Events and Tourism Association (Sports ETA)

Sports Grounds Safety Authority (SGSA)

Stadium Managers Association

Swetman Security Service

Teamwork Online

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX)

The National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA)

The Stadium Business