Celebrate Techs on National Security Technician Day – January 23!

At the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST), we know how important technicians are to the security industry. These everyday heroes play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness of security and safety technologies, safeguarding both people and property. The complexity of their job is immense: they must be adept at navigating the latest technologies, proficient in labor skills for intricate installations, and skilled in client relations within challenging environments.

Why We Celebrate #NationalSecurityTechnicianDay
This year, we’re excited to honor these unsung heroes once again on #NationalSecurityTechnicianDay, happening Thursday, January 23, 2025. This special day, initiated by FAST, serves to acknowledge and celebrate the invaluable contributions of security technicians.

How You Can Join the Celebration
We’re calling on everyone to help us recognize these dedicated professionals. Here’s how you can get involved:

Help Spread the Word About #NationalSecurityTechnicianDay

• Let’s make a splash on social media to express our gratitude! Share your appreciation for technicians, and be sure to tag FAST.
• Are you a Manufacturer? Company in the industry but don’t have technicians of your own? No problem! FAST has some ideas on how you can participate here.
• Utilize the graphics from FAST’s National Security Technician Day toolkit (downloadable and customizable for your brand).
• Share your posts with #NationalSecurityTechnicianDay and tag the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) on platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook.
• Announce your support to your partners and clients, and encourage them to join in on the celebration.

Make a Plan to Celebrate Technicians

• Organize an internal event such as a luncheon, cookout, or celebration specifically for your security technicians.
• Ideas for showing appreciation:
  • Host a special event for your team.
  • Surprise your technicians with branded swag, essential tools, or apparel.
  • Offer tangible tokens of appreciation like gift cards or bonuses.
  • Reward them with time off or a shortened workday.
  • Invest in their ongoing training and professional development.
  • Publicly recognize your technicians, and encourage clients and partners to do the same.

Your Participation Makes a Difference

Your involvement in National Security Technician Day not only honors these professionals but also raises awareness about the importance of their work. Let’s come together January 23 to show our technicians how much we value their dedication and expertise.

National Security Technician Day Graphics Toolkit

Support this important day by using the graphics in our toolkit. Customize them to align with your company’s message and spread the word about National Security Technician Day. FAST encourages all who support security technicians to customize the graphics and add your company brand and messaging.