Comprehensive Detection Measures for High-Profile Residence Eases Privacy Concerns

Challenge

In this case, a high net-worth individual contacted Rozin Security Consulting (RSC) looking for a Security Risk Assessment (SRA) to be conducted of their residence. Given the atmosphere at the time was during the COVID-19 lockdown and people were constrained to their homes, it was an easy target since people were not out and about performing their normal routines — going to the gym, office, etc. Additionally, there were several instances of home invasion and stalking taking place among his peer s. The client decided it was crucial to take steps to elevate the security of their home.

Per Rozin Security’s SRA, the distinguishing feature of this property was the wooded area behind the house. Triangularly oriented with a severe slope grading away from the home, the client was most concerned about malicious actors walking through the wooden terrain undetected and successfully accessing the house. In addition, the house’s intrusion detection system had lain dormant for an extended period after the installation of new windows. The wires were still present within the frames, but they were never connected to the system.

Strategy

Following the Security Risk Assessment (SRA), the client was presented with a comprehensive list of mitigations:

Physical Security Measures:

• Ornamental Swinging Gate: A mechanical gate to control vehicle traffic.
• Impact Protection Films: Installation on all ground-level windows to enhance security.
• Saferoom Construction: Transforming the master bedroom into a shelter in case of an armed intruder.

Residential Security Training and Access Control:

• Suspicious Mail Awareness Training: Educating residents on how to identify and handle suspicious mail.
• Electromechanical Keys: Ensuring better accountability for those entering the home.
• Additional Solutions:
  • Implementing an effective crisis protocol.
  • Controlling and removing the digital footprint to protect personal identifiable information.
  • Installing a robust panic notification system with redundant communication capabilities.

These measures ensured the client was prepared to handle various security threats, providing peace of mind and a secure living environment for all family members.

The client opted to invest in and install Tier 1 recommended priorities:

• Unified Security System.  This was prioritized as mandatory to implement a comprehensive security platform to centralize access to all security systems. These systems include intrusion detection, panic notification, and life-safety systems, through a single mobile application, ensuring efficient monitoring and response.
• Smart Video Surveillance System.  Deploy state-of-the-art cameras to cover the entire perimeter of the property, including wooded areas. The cameras are programed to establish a baseline of normal and typical activities and alert the client and the RSC team of potential abnormalities.
• Intrusion Detection System. Install motion and glass break sensors throughout the premises, enabling rapid detection of unauthorized entry and immediate notification to local law enforcement for prompt response and intervention.

The client was not only provided recommendations, but a course of action to secure thoroughly vetted vendors to carry out the work. RSC contacted their most reputable vendors to procure and install the needed solutions. These vendors were given in-depth tours of the home and provided RSC with their itemized bids to best secure the residence.

Results

After contractual obligations and item procurement, the installation began. Over the next couple of weeks, the following occurred:

• Complete Monitoring of Entire Perimeter — To address the porous  wooded area, six were installed with two of these cameras pointed toward the sloping woods, detecting movement toward their property which was previously unmonitored. The other four cameras were standard eight-megapixel cameras with advanced analytics
• Real-Time Notifications — Clients receive notifications on any abnormal activities detected by the AI of the cameras VMS, the ability to remotely access any alerts on their mobile devices, the ability to clearly see faces, license plates, and other small yet critical details, and clearly see activities even during bad weather conditions.
• Connected Safety Detection — Motion and glass-break sensors were installed throughout the home addressing the window wires that were never connected to the system. Carbon monoxide, flood, and smoke detectors were also connected via Resideo’s Total Connect 2.0 platform.
• Intuitive Training for VMS — Initial training was conducted by the vendor to the client on the system (VMS) so they were aware of all capabilities.
• Main Entryway Monitoring — The doorbell was integrated with a camera and is controlled via a mobile device.

These measures significantly enhanced the security of the client’s residence, addressing their concerns and ensuring a safe and secure environment.