The Path to the ESS Credential Convergence of Identity Management and Credentialing Virtualization of Physical Security Systems Steve Surfaro Axis Communications
ITS fundamentals The Disciplines Principles of security Design process Preliminary security design Architecture t and engineering i design IP design Security systems Access control systems
The Disciplines (cont d d.) Surveillance systems Intrusion detection Fire alarm Special systems Network security Systems integration Project management Systems operation and commissioning
The Goal - Top Performers Discipline Top pposition Information Technology Physical Security Infrastructure CIO CSO, Dir Phys Security Foundation for all Converged Physical / Infrastructure CIO, CSO, Dir Phys Security
Goals of the ESS Professional Excellence in design for security, protection, and life safety based systems Key design contributor for public, private, and government sector entities Economy, flexibility and integrated Electronic Security and Safety Systems to meet the customer ss need
Principles of Security Example - Security Development Theory (simplified) Threat Assessment Likelihood event will happen Recommendation for managing g risk
The Core concepts for project flow Basis can be applied to technology evaluation like video content analysis Design Process
Access Control Systems Key topics include biometrics, smart card technology, convergence of logical and physical security identity management
Design to leverage physical and logical infrastructure Emphasis on infrastructure as TCO reduction goal Small / Medium and Large scale solutions Surveillance Systems
Surveillance Systems: The Definition of Image Quality Standards like HDTV Methods of Pixels on Target linked to use cases Consideration of the Imaging device as system: Camera/Lens/Compression/Infrastructure
Surveillance Systems: Hosted Video and Virtualization Industry trend to virtualization Private, Public,,, Enterprise Cloud deployment
Total Video Surveillance Storage Market to exceed $5.6B by 2013 Network Storage (both SAN and Cloud) will account for 30% of global video surveillance storage revenues by 2013 Large installed base of DVR appliances require upgrade or removal many end users are now refusing to replace aging DVRs with newer versions VSaaS or Cloud solutions is small but growing area expected to drive decline of the DVR Video Management System companies recognize the need for their involvement in hosted video solutions Central Station Automation Platforms want to work with video hosting platforms WAN connectivity improves IT Industry Storage leaders now each have multiple content search and management solutions that currently work with content metadata and provide business intelligence through dashboarding
Traditional Proprietary Video Surveillance Systems Complex and costly Video Management Solutions treat video as data for basic time/date t searches Incorporate complex Video Analytic subsystems Manages Storage, Local, Remote as entire volumes Requires downtime for upgrades, maintenance Video Source Physical Infrastructure Logical Infrastructure Control Analysis Video Management System Systems Integration Storage Display
The Simplified Security as a Service Solution Simplified delivery of always available Physical Security Services Reporting creates metrics for users never considered d before Content analysis users spend more time doing your job more efficiently Video Source Simplified (use existing) Physical and Logical Infrastructure Hosted Cloud SERVICES REPORTS Local or Remote Display SURVEILLANCE Storage CONTENT ANALYSIS BUSINESS SS INTELLIGENCE
Video Solutions - Product Positioning System scalability Per site 1000 Complex Solution Forensic video search Analytics subsystem 500 Video Management 100 High Geo Dispersion Systems 50 Remote Access Small Camera Count 10 Mid-range NVRs Hosted Recording/Monitoring General Video Management System complexity Specialized Video Management
Intrusion Detection Systems Concepts linked to Security Design Theory - Layered Approach Small, Large Scale and Perimeter Solutions
Life Safety and Communications Fire Alarm Systems Notification, Communication, Display Devices Special Systems Nurse Call RFID Systems Supervised Care Infant abduction Asset Management Retail Tagging
Network Security Systems Concepts Enterprise level Logical Security as Converged with Physical Security
Systems Integration Best practices for unifying disparate systems as common tool for physical security and safety Physical Security Information Mgt Systems Concept Common industry design practice for intermanufacturer collaboration SDK/API/Platform/Module Modeling requirements
Project Management Role definitions in project process Learning path to consultant PM tasks
Systems Operation and Commissioning Service Type Advantages/ Disadvantages Use Cases
Codes Additional Areas of Study Legal Aspects Compliance Glossary of ESS Terms
FAQs about ESS Under the NxtGEN program, the ESS credential does not require the RCDD as a prerequisite, and many BICSI Installers and Technicians may be wondering if ESS is a path they can or should seek Who are the ideal candidates, what benefit the ESS credential offers and what steps BICSI Installers and Technicians can take to get started on the ESS path
Are You a Candidate for ESS - Yes! ESS has a direct relevance to a position that has become very popular within many selfcommissioning end user companies Hybrid lead technician/project manager/field designer These are those multitalented individuals who bridge the gap between designer and technician and essentially manage a project by translating specifications, purchasing components, making sure the project stays on track and supervising other technicians in the deployment of ESS systems
ESS FAQs (cont d) Can Technicians or Installers meet the ESS credential requirement of a minimum of two years of approved and verifiable design experience? The two-year design requirement should not scare technicians and dinstallers away In many cases, those working in a hybrid capacity may not realize that they have already been doing many design functions out in the field They may not be the original designer but could be involved with all the commissioning steps required to interpret and deploy a specification They may be involved with developing network and routing maps, verifying that the infrastructure is compatible with the application needs or ensuring that power over Ethernet is effectively deployed all of these are design functions.
ESS FAQs (cont d) What is the benefit of a Technician or Installer achieving the ESS credential? ESS is a tremendous opportunity for someone in that middle hybrid position to enhance their design experience, or for any technician actively involved in field design to move up within their organization and deploy ESS systems more effectively
ESS FAQs (cont d) What steps should Installers and Technicians take to start on the ESS path? ESS is perfectly suited for many installers and technicians, but those applicants not holding a current RCDD credential must first complete the ITS Design Fundamentals Program before sitting for the exam They should review the program and determine which courses they need The Structured Cabling Systems, Media Selection and ITS Network Design courses are highly recommended Some may think they need more field design experience, but any individual actively involved with field design can also talk with members of the ESS credentialing committee for guidance Anyone starting ti on the path to ESS should also purchase the ESSDRM it is the basis for the ESS exam It s also a very worth-while reference to have on hand, and the electronic version is ideal for a company to purchase and loan out to its employees.