Fundamental Security Project Knowledge
| 1.1.1. Know the components, products and technologies of power requirements for security systems |
| 1.1.2 Know the basic language and principles of IT and IP systems relating to a security project (e.g., stand-alone systems, building automation systems, integrated systems, PSIM, control rooms, IP vs. analog systems, managed systems) |
| 1.1.3 Know the mechanics of access control systems (products, applications, components, technologies and limitations) |
| 1.1.4 Know the common incompatibilities, pitfalls and limitations in access control systems |
| 1.1.5 Know the mechanics of biometrics (components, products, technologies, |
| applications and limitations) |
| 1.1.6 Know the mechanics of video surveillance systems (products, applications, components, technologies and limitations) |
| 1.1.7 Know the basics of monitoring services |
| 1.1.8 Know applicable security related electrical basics (products, applications, components, technologies, limitations, labels and information) |
| 1.1.9 Know safety protocols, general construction codes, specifications divisions, standards and regulations pertinent to the security project |
| 1.1.10 Know the mechanics of credentials (e.g., smart cards, RFID, mag stripes and similar technologies) |
| 1.1.11 Know the basics of a physical security environment (e.g., fire rated walls, concrete, lighting, doors) |
| 1.1.12 Know the basic mechanics of audio communications systems relevant to security design (products, applications, components, technologies and limitations) |
| 1.1.13 Know the basic mechanics of intrusion detection systems (products, applications, components, technologies and limitations) |
| 1.1.14 Know duress concepts (products, applications, components, |
| technologies and limitation) as applicable to a security project |
| 1.1.15 Demonstrate knowledge of security accessories in security designs |
| 1.1.16 Know the basics of security contracts, constructions and other legalities pertinent to a given security project |
| 1.1.17 Ability to conduct effective project meetings (e.g., transition meetings between sales/implementation teams, between sales team/customer contacts, on-site survey meetings and those with subcontractors to review project specifications) |