Project Management for the Security Industry
Lead Security Projects with Confidence and Control
Installing security systems is only part of the job — delivering them on time, on budget, and by the book takes strong project management. This course at Volta Tech School is designed specifically for those looking to manage low-voltage and electronic security installations in the real world.
Whether you’re transitioning from technician to team lead, or aiming for a role in coordination or operations, this class gives you the tools, language, and mindset of a professional security project manager.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
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Project lifecycle in the security industry: from bid to closeout
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Reading and interpreting blueprints, specs, and scopes of work
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Creating project plans, timelines, and resource schedules
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Managing technicians, subcontractors, and internal teams
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Coordinating with general contractors and end-users
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Budget tracking and cost control
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Site safety, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, AHJs)
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Handling change orders, delays, and unexpected issues
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Final walkthroughs, documentation, and sign-offs
🧰 Tools & Skills Covered:
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Gantt charts and basic project planning software
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Site documentation & change logs
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Communication skills for managing clients and crews
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Leadership, accountability, and field management techniques
👤 Who Should Enroll?
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Experienced installers aiming to move into leadership
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Team leads, supervisors, and foremen
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Office staff transitioning into project coordination
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Anyone who wants to understand how security jobs are truly managed
Project managers are the backbone of any successful security company. If you want to move up, lead teams, and run projects from the front — this course is where your leadership journey begins.
Train with Volta Tech School and step into a role where trust, planning, and performance come together.
Security Sales Engineering & System Design
Bridge the Gap Between Technology and Customer Needs
The best security solutions don’t sell themselves — they’re presented, designed, and delivered by sales engineers who understand both the technology and the client’s goals. At Volta Tech School, our Sales Engineer in the Security Industry course prepares students for this high-value role that combines technical knowledge, communication skills, and solution-building.
Whether you're moving up from the field or entering from a sales or IT background, this course will teach you how to confidently engage with clients and design systems that meet real security needs.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
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The role of a sales engineer in security integration
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How to perform site walks and needs assessments
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Designing effective systems: video surveillance, access control, intrusion, intercom
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Creating bids, proposals, and professional system diagrams
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How to speak with end-users, facility managers, and decision-makers
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Estimating labor, materials, and licensing
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Writing clear scopes of work and RFP responses
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Collaborating with project managers, technicians, and manufacturers
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Presenting solutions with confidence — in person or online
🛠️ Tools & Topics Covered:
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Basic CAD and system layout tools
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Quoting platforms and CRM basics
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Budget-focused design vs high-end system presentation
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Creating a value-driven sales pitch with technical clarity
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Brand overviews: Axis, Genetec, Hanwha, DMP, Avigilon, and more
👤 Who Should Enroll?
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Field techs looking to move into sales/design roles
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Junior sales staff who need technical skills
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Engineers looking to expand into customer-facing work
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Entrepreneurs building or scaling a security business
Sales engineers are at the heart of the security solution lifecycle — from the first handshake to system commissioning. If you want to be the one who translates technical know-how into smart, trusted solutions, this course is the perfect next step.
Join Volta Tech School and train to become the technical voice that customers trust.
Security Audit & Risk Assessment Training
Identify Vulnerabilities. Strengthen Systems. Protect What Matters.
Every secure facility starts with a solid understanding of its weak points. In this course at Volta Tech School, students will learn how to perform professional physical and electronic security audits, assess risk levels, and provide clear, actionable recommendations to clients or internal teams.
This is an essential skill for technicians advancing into consulting, compliance roles, or leadership positions — and for anyone who wants to improve system design and security outcomes from day one.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
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What a security audit is — and when it’s needed
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How to assess risks across entry points, camera coverage, access control, and alarm zones
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Identifying vulnerabilities in site layout, lighting, visitor flow, and system configuration
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Reviewing existing systems: evaluating equipment age, coverage gaps, network exposure
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How to document and prioritize threats using risk assessment frameworks
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Writing clear audit reports for clients, management, or compliance
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Recommending realistic solutions that balance security, budget, and business needs
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Intro to regulatory standards (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, physical security best practices)
🛠️ Tools & Skills Covered:
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Physical walk-through checklist creation
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System map reviews and device labeling
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Client interviews and survey techniques
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Risk scoring and threat prioritization
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Report templates and audit presentation
👤 Who Should Enroll?
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Security professionals moving into design, consulting, or quality control
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Installers or technicians preparing for leadership roles
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Sales engineers, project managers, or team leads
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Facility or security managers who need to evaluate vendor work or internal systems
Security audits are where technical knowledge meets critical thinking — and they’re key to preventing loss, ensuring safety, and designing smarter systems.
Train at Volta Tech School and become the expert who can walk into any facility and see what others miss.
