Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Security Services in Charlotte
Harrisburg Security, Inc. has been a trusted provider of comprehensive security solutions in Charlotte, NC since 2005. Founded by former law enforcement professional Andrew Ives, our family-owned company combines military precision with hometown values to deliver tailored security services across the Piedmont Region. With leadership boasting decades of combined experience in law enforcement and private security, we specialize in creating customized protection plans for businesses, residential communities, and construction sites. Our team of certified professionals maintains full insurance coverage and North Carolina licensing while upholding the highest industry standards.Recognized with the MWSBE Award for Outstanding Achievement in 2019, we remain committed to exceeding client expectations through personalized service and unwavering dedication to safety. Our proven track record serving educational institutions, commercial properties, and manufacturing facilities demonstrates our ability to adapt to diverse security needs while maintaining operational excellence.
Services
Unarmed Security
Armed Officers
Vehicle Patrol
Access Control
Building Protection
Fire Watch Patrols
Parking Lot Security
CCTV Monitoring
Asset Protection
Commercial Security
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized security solutions tailored to each client's needs
- Our leadership team includes former law enforcement professionals
- We maintain full insurance coverage and North Carolina licensing
- We've served Charlotte communities for over 15 years
- Our customized approach ensures optimal security within client budgets
What people say
Quick to defuse guest situations
Tremendous asset to residents
Strong partnership
Quiet solutions
Supportive staff collaboration
Services
Unarmed Security
Our unarmed security officers provide comprehensive protection through proactive monitoring and situational awareness. Specializing in commercial properties and residential communities, we implement customized patrol strategies that prevent incidents while maintaining a non-intimidating presence. Services include access control and fire watch patrols.
Armed Officers
Certified armed security personnel deliver enhanced protection for high-risk environments. Our trained professionals provide immediate response capabilities while maintaining strict compliance with state regulations. Services cover construction sites, manufacturing plants, and special event security across the Piedmont Region.
CCTV Monitoring
Advanced CCTV systems combined with live monitoring ensure comprehensive site security. Our technicians implement scalable solutions for commercial properties and educational institutions, integrating real-time alerts with traditional security measures to enhance situational awareness and evidence collection.
Access Control
Custom access control systems regulate facility entry points while maintaining security protocols. We implement keycard systems, biometric scanners, and visitor management solutions tailored to commercial properties and manufacturing facilities, ensuring only authorized personnel gain access to protected areas.
Fire Watch Patrols
Specialized fire watch services protect properties during construction or system outages. Our trained personnel conduct regular inspections, monitor fire hazards, and maintain emergency response readiness for commercial buildings and industrial sites throughout Charlotte, NC.
People
Andrew Ives
Owner & President
Former UNC Charlotte police officer and Army veteran with over 20 years security experience. Founded Harrisburg Security in 2005 to bring professional integrity to Charlotte's security industry.
Chris Lile
Office Manager
20-year security industry veteran with experience at G4S and Securitas. Manages daily operations at Harrisburg Security since 2013, ensuring administrative excellence and client satisfaction.
David Cook
Director of Operations
30-year security professional and Air Force veteran. Oversees field operations with expertise in security management, implementing effective strategies for commercial and residential clients across North Carolina.
Stephen Thomas
Watch Commander
North Carolina native with 20+ years in private security. Provides leadership for day-shift operations, combining armed security expertise with client relationship management since joining in 2006.
Josiah Pitts
Watch Commander
Night shift operations specialist with extensive experience in residential and commercial security. Oversees nighttime protection strategies while maintaining strong community partnerships since joining in 2020.
Questions
What security services do you offer in Charlotte?
We provide unarmed and armed security officers, vehicle patrols, access control systems, fire watch patrols, parking lot security, CCTV monitoring, and asset protection services for commercial, residential, and industrial clients.
Do you serve areas beyond Charlotte?
While based in Charlotte, we serve the entire Piedmont Region including commercial properties, construction sites, and residential communities throughout North Carolina's central corridor.
What experience does your leadership team have?
Our leadership includes former law enforcement officers and military veterans with over 100 combined years in security operations, including specialized experience in commercial protection and emergency response.
Can you provide 24/7 security coverage?
Yes, we offer 24/7 security services with dedicated night shift personnel ensuring continuous protection for critical infrastructure and high-risk locations.
How do you tailor security solutions to client needs?
We conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop customized security plans that adapt to each client's specific requirements while maintaining budgetary constraints and operational efficiency.
