Parsippany, NJ — March 23, 2026 — Securitas North America today announced the release of a new Security Connected webcast/podcast episode, Leading Campus Security at Scale, exploring how higher education institutions are rethinking security in response to increasing complexity across campus environments.
Hosted by Ahlilah Longmire, Head of Brand Communications & Public Relations at Securitas North America, the episode features Christopher Connolly, Area Vice President overseeing one of the most complex higher education security portfolios in the United States. The conversation provides a leadership-level perspective on how universities can move beyond compliance-based approaches to build proactive, intelligence-informed security programs grounded in trust, resilience, and human judgment.
As universities navigate evolving risks, including targeted violence, large-scale protests, mental health considerations, and decentralized campus operations, the episode highlights a critical shift in how security is defined and delivered. Rather than relying solely on traditional models such as patrols and access control, institutions are increasingly adopting integrated strategies that combine risk intelligence, specialized training, and cross-functional leadership alignment.
“Campus security today is far more complex than it was even a few years ago,” said Christopher Connolly. “The most effective programs are those that move beyond reactive measures and focus on identifying risk early, strengthening communication, and building trust across the entire campus community.”
Throughout the discussion, Connolly outlines the key elements of a modern campus security framework, including proactive risk assessment, leadership engagement, and the importance of fostering a culture where students, faculty, and staff feel empowered to report concerns. The episode also explores how tools such as mobile and remote guarding, combined with intelligence-led insights, can act as force multipliers across large, decentralized university environments.
A central theme of the conversation is the role of people, particularly the importance of specialized officer training in higher education settings. From de-escalation and student interaction to regulatory awareness and crisis response, the episode underscores how human expertise remains essential in delivering effective, community-centered security.
Leading Campus Security at Scale is now available on Security Connected across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and securitasinc.com, continuing Securitas North America’s commitment to delivering executive-level insights on how organizations can adapt security strategies to help meet evolving risk landscapes.
Contact
Ahlilah Longmire
Senior Brand Communications & Public Relations Officer
Securitas North America
Ahlilah.Longmire@securitasinc.com
