Answers to the most common questions about Security Dogma. Most questions about licensing, careers or gear are answered in the guides themselves — start with the topics page.
About the site
What is Security Dogma?
A free resource for security guards, security professionals and anyone considering a career in security. It covers licensing and training, careers, gear and practical resources, written from real field experience and checked against official sources. Read more about the founder.
Is this legal advice?
No. Everything on the site is general information. Laws and licensing rules differ by state and change over time. Always confirm requirements with your state’s licensing agency and follow your employer’s policies. For legal questions about your situation, speak to a qualified attorney.
How up to date are the guides?
Each guide shows the date it was last updated, and licensing and legal guides show when they were checked against official sources. If a rule has changed since then, the official source linked in the guide is always the final word.
Who writes the guides?
Guides are written by Yair Arad, drawing on years of military, security, executive protection, nightclub and loss prevention experience. Personal lessons appear in the “From the field” boxes.
Gear, links and money
Do you earn money from the gear you recommend?
Sometimes. Some links are affiliate links, which means Security Dogma may earn a commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you. This never decides what gets recommended. See the affiliate disclosure.
I bought something through a link. Who do I contact about my order?
The retailer you bought from. Security Dogma doesn’t sell, ship or handle returns for products on other websites — the store handles orders, shipping, warranties and returns.
Do you sell your own products?
Downloadable templates and study guides are planned. When they launch, purchases, downloads, receipts and refunds will be handled by our payment provider, with instant download links and a self-service order page.
Using the content
Can I share or link to a guide?
Yes — linking to any page is welcome. Please don’t copy or republish the content itself. See the terms and conditions.
Do you offer consulting, training or security services?
No. Security Dogma is an information resource only. We don’t provide security services, training courses, consulting or personal advice. For training, use a provider approved by your state’s licensing agency.
Corrections and privacy
I found an error in a guide.
Thank you — accuracy matters here. Email [email protected] with the page address, what is wrong, and a link to the official source if you have one. Corrections are reviewed and the guide is updated where needed. Individual replies aren’t always possible.
How is my data handled?
See the privacy policy. In short: no accounts, no comments, no ad tracking, and privacy-friendly analytics.