
How to Build a Modern Security Operations Center
Many organizations recognize the need for “always on” security, but few know how to achieve or sustain it.
Grant Hayes, Owner of Childers, Hayes and Richards, has more than 20 years’ experience in physical security, from protecting U.S. Presidents as a Secret Service Agent to leading security operations at major organizations like BP and Magnolia.
In this episode, Grant shares the basic building blocks of launching a SOC and provides actionable advice on how to up-level your security program.
Listen in to learn:
- The benefits of a modern SOC
- Expected costs
- Common roles and responsibilities of SOC personnel
- How to fully integrate a security team into your organization
- Tips on choosing the right vendors and contractors
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.
You can find this interview and many more by following The Employee Safety Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or subscribing here.

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