DIVISION 28: ELECTRONIC SAFETY & SECURITY

Intelligent Security Infrastructure for Schools and Public Agencies.

Security is no longer a standalone system—it is a critical part of your IT network.

At The Brass Effect (TBE), we don't just hang cameras. We design NDAA-compliant surveillance and access control ecosystems that integrate seamlessly with your existing infrastructure.

As a Texas DPS Licensed Contractor (B28648401) and former IT Managed Service Providers, we understand the bandwidth, storage, and cybersecurity requirements of modern physical security. We ensure your system is secure on the network, not just on the wall.

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Official Texas DPS License No: B28648401 – Verified & Certified

Security That Doesn't Live in a Silo.

Too often, security vendors install systems that choke the network or create cybersecurity vulnerabilities. We do it differently.

Because TBE handles Division 27 (Cabling) and IT Services, we engineer your security layer with a holistic view:

Bandwidth Planning: We calculate the network load so your high-definition cameras don't kill your classroom Wi-Fi or business operations.
Cyber Hardening: We ensure all devices are NDAA-compliant and segmented correctly to protect your data from external threats.
One Number to Call: When a door reader fails, you don't have to referee a fight between the cable guy, the IT guy, and the security guy. We own it all.

Procurement Ready: As an approved vendor under TIPS Contract #250106, TBE gives you a compliant, competitively awarded path to deploy these systems without the long bid process.

Video Surveillance: Intelligence, Not Just Footage

We deploy NDAA-compliant camera ecosystems that do more than record—they detect. By integrating video with your network, we turn passive observation into proactive safety.

AI-Driven Analytics: Find a specific person or vehicle across campus in minutes using Appearance Search technology.
Proactive Alerts: Receive real-time notifications for unusual motion or loitering in restricted areas.
NDAA Compliance: Trusted hardware (including Motorola Solutions/Avigilon) that meets federal and state standards.

Network-Optimized: Configured to manage bandwidth usage without choking your learning or business applications.
Scalable Storage: Cloud and on-premise recording solutions designed for long-term retention requirements.
Unified Management: View and manage multiple campuses from a single pane of glass.

Enterprise Access & Identity Management

Electronic access control is more than just locked doors. We build Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) systems that provide audit-ready data, seamless HR integration, and instant emergency response capabilities.

Zone Security: Restrict access to critical infrastructure (IDF rooms, server closets) separately from public areas.

Smart Credentials: Deploy encrypted fobs or mobile credentials that cannot be easily cloned by unauthorized users.

Unified Verification: Link every badge swipe to a camera snapshot so you can visually verify who is using the card.

Campus Lockdown: Instantly secure all perimeter doors and designated zones with a single command during emergencies.

Audit Trails: Generate automated logs for investigations, compliance audits, and employee time-tracking.

IoT & Environmental Sensors: Safety Beyond the Lens

IoT sensors extend your security perimeter into private areas where cameras cannot go. We deploy smart sensors that monitor the environment, not the people.

Vape & THC Detection: Instant alerts for restrooms and locker rooms to support school health policies.
Aggression Detection: Audio analytics that identify raised voices or distress calls without recording conversations.
Gunshot Detection: Immediate acoustic identification of firearm discharges to accelerate emergency response.

Server Room Monitoring: Track temperature, humidity, and water leaks to protect critical IT equipment.
Unified Response: Link sensor alerts to your camera system to instantly view the hallway outside the incident.
Real-Time Notifications: SMS and email alerts sent directly to SROs and Principals seconds after detection.

We help you choose and integrate the right sensors for your risk profile and budget – no over-selling, no gadget-of-the-month approach.

Balancing Security and Privacy the Right Way

More cameras and sensors shouldn’t turn your campus or workplace into a surveillance trap. We design systems that strengthen safety without crossing the line.

We help you:

Define where cameras and sensors should and should not be placed (no cameras in restrooms or truly private areas).
Align retention and access to footage with your legal, HR, and policy requirements.
Communicate clearly with staff and stakeholders about what’s being monitored and why.

The goal is simple: people feel safer, not watched.

A Practical Approach to Taking Work Off Your Plate

We start with a straightforward discovery process: what’s in place today, where you’re feeling the most pressure, and which outcomes matter most in the next 6–12 months. From there, we design a support plan that’s realistic for your budget and staff.