Knight Security Systems
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Security systems, physical security products |
| Founded | 1983 |
| Fate | Acquired by MCA in 2022 |
| Headquarters | Austin, Texas , United States |
Area served | Texas |
Key people | Phil Lake (President) |
| Products | Access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire detection systems |
Knight Security Systems, LLC became part of MCA through an acquisition in 2022. Throughout its years of operation, the firm specialized in distributing physical security products and maintained its headquarters in Austin, Texas. It also operated offices in Lubbock, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and McAllen. The company's president was Phil Lake.
Overview
Established in 1983, Knight Security Systems provided a range of security technologies, including access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and fire detection systems.
In 2009, the company secured a $12.5 million agreement with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) to deploy over 3,200 high-definition video surveillance cameras across 335 structures on 12 state school campuses.
By 2015, Knight had been granted a contract exceeding $100,000 with the Texas Lottery.
The acquisition of Knight Security Systems by MCA took place in September 2022.
Compliance
Knight and its personnel possess professional credentials issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety's Private Security Bureau License, as well as certifications from the State of Texas TXMAS and the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR).