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49 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Security Solutions
Founded in 1977, The Conley Group has established itself as Iowa's premier security services provider, setting industry standards through rigorous professional certification requirements and innovative solutions. Our team of highly trained security officers undergoes mandatory Certified Protection Officer (CPO) certification, exceeding state-mandated training standards. We specialize in workplace violence prevention and threat management, having successfully managed over 1,000 threat incidents across governmental, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. Our proprietary Remote ViewingSM technology revolutionizes security operations by combining real-time monitoring with cost savings of up to 50% for clients. With 24/7 supervision, specialized investigative services, and expert witness capabilities, we provide comprehensive protection for people, property, and information.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through continuous training programs, including anti-terrorism certification and ASP baton proficiency. As the only security provider in Iowa requiring professional certification for all personnel, we maintain an unwavering focus on quality and accountability. Our incident command vehicles and public safety-level patrol capabilities ensure readiness for any security challenge. From presidential debates to critical infrastructure protection, our proven track record spans decades of service to Des Moines and the Midwest region. Through technological innovation and personnel excellence, we deliver tailored security solutions that adapt to evolving threats while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Services
Armed Security Service
Workplace Violence Response
Remote ViewingSM
Investigative Services
Consulting Services
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We require CPO certification for all security personnel exceeding state training requirements
- We pioneered Remote ViewingSM technology saving clients 50% on security costs
- Our workplace violence experts manage over 1,000 threat incidents annually
- We maintain 24/7 supervision and public safety-level patrol vehicles
- We provide presidential debate security and expert witness services
Services
Armed Security Service
Our armed security service provides professionally certified officers trained beyond state requirements. Officers complete Certified Protection Officer (CPO) certification and specialized training in anti-terrorism, baton use, and threat management. This service combines visible deterrence with rapid response capabilities for commercial, government, and special event security needs. Our personnel maintain constant radio communication and operate public safety-level patrol vehicles equipped for all weather conditions.
Workplace Violence Response
This specialized service addresses workplace violence threats through prevention and response strategies. Our experts provide risk assessments, threat evaluation protocols, and intervention plans tailored to each organization. With nearly 50 years of experience managing over 1,000 threat incidents, we offer customized training programs and emergency response frameworks. Our approach combines psychological assessment with security protocols to create safe workplace environments while maintaining legal compliance.
Remote ViewingSM
Our proprietary Remote ViewingSM technology revolutionizes security monitoring through centralized command centers. This solution integrates card access systems, CCTV networks, and facility controls into a unified platform. Technical specialists maintain 24/7 domain awareness across multiple locations while reducing staffing requirements. The system provides real-time alerts, automated reporting, and remote access control management, offering clients up to 50% cost savings compared to traditional security methods.
Investigative Services
Our investigative services employ covert operations to uncover workplace misconduct and security vulnerabilities. Trained agents infiltrate organizations to detect employee theft, drug activity, and safety violations. We provide comprehensive reporting with evidence documentation and legal support for disciplinary actions. The service includes surveillance operations, background checks, and compliance audits to protect organizational assets and maintain regulatory compliance across multiple industry sectors.
Consulting Services
Security consulting services focus on risk assessment and liability reduction strategies for businesses and government agencies. Our experts evaluate existing security frameworks, identify vulnerabilities, and implement customized protection plans. Services include expert witness testimony in security-related litigation, facility security design, and compliance with industry regulations. We provide ongoing security audits and staff training programs to maintain optimal protection levels for clients.
People
Tom Conley
President
Security industry leader with 40+ years experience, Tom Conley has shaped The Conley Group into Iowa's premier security provider. He developed the company's groundbreaking Remote ViewingSM technology and workplace violence prevention programs. A frequent media commentator, he has testified before Congress on security standards and holds multiple industry certifications.
Questions
What makes Conley Group different from other security companies?
We require Certified Protection Officer certification for all personnel, exceeding Iowa's minimal training standards. Our proprietary Remote ViewingSM technology provides advanced security monitoring capabilities while reducing costs.
Do you offer specialized workplace violence prevention services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive workplace violence prevention programs including threat assessment, staff training, and emergency response planning developed through managing 1,000+ threat incidents.
Are your security officers armed and trained?
Our armed security officers complete rigorous training including CPO certification, anti-terrorism courses, and ASP baton proficiency. All personnel maintain current firearms certifications.
Can you provide security for special events?
We offer specialized event security services including presidential debates, public gatherings, and corporate functions. Our incident command vehicle and mobile patrol units ensure comprehensive coverage for events of all sizes.
Do you serve clients outside Iowa?
While based in Iowa, we provide security services throughout the Midwest region. Our Remote ViewingSM technology allows us to monitor and support clients across multiple states from our central command centers.
What technology do you use for security monitoring?
Our Remote ViewingSM system integrates card access, CCTV, and facility controls into a unified platform. This proprietary technology enables real-time monitoring across multiple locations while maintaining 24/7 domain awareness.
Reviews (5)
Ricky Wade Smith
Nov 26, 2019
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Great company for adults to work at. The crybabies are unhappy because they don't get their every wish granted. A customer that is looking for great service benefits from the adults at this agency.
Vern Bradley
Jun 18, 2019
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I am a retired security officer from Conley Security - a place where I proudly worked for over 10 years. I served a full and honorable career in the US Navy and retired at a senior enlisted rank in my younger days. I am very surprised by the few negative comments I have read here. I do not know who these people are, but I never worked with them. My guess is they are discontented people who are resentful because they were not good enough to make it at Conley.
Not everyone cuts the mustard. During my duration of employment, I found Conley Security to be a great place to work as long as you do not mind working. I am older and the one thing I did not like is having to work with the type of lazy people who in my early days would have been called punks. Mr. Conley is a retired US Navy Commander and I would have enjoyed working for him in the navy. He is a competent leader who runs a tight ship.
I know from personal experience he truly cares about his employees and all the customers. The same is true of the other staff. I enjoyed working Conley Security because they are truly the best security company
Not everyone cuts the mustard. During my duration of employment, I found Conley Security to be a great place to work as long as you do not mind working. I am older and the one thing I did not like is having to work with the type of lazy people who in my early days would have been called punks. Mr. Conley is a retired US Navy Commander and I would have enjoyed working for him in the navy. He is a competent leader who runs a tight ship.
I know from personal experience he truly cares about his employees and all the customers. The same is true of the other staff. I enjoyed working Conley Security because they are truly the best security company
Shawn Randolph
Jun 03, 2019
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This company is not employee friendly. Conley does not listen to or respect the needs of his employees. I had started working with them and was experiencing some family issues and had requested to go from full-time to part-time but keep my 80 hrs per 2 weeks by switching from 8 hour shifts 5 days a week to 12 hour shifts 3 days a week. Conley replied by saying that I had signed a contract saying that I would work any shift and any hours when working full-time and stated that he would not approve my request to transfer to part-time due to family matters and additionally stated that I could either resign or remain full-time and expect to be reprimanded for violations of company policy. I was never aware that I had violated any company policy and was not told what I did wrong, therefore, I left the company.
As O.
Apr 30, 2019
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I worked here a short time. During this time, I was stuck working with a lazy female who refused to patrol all areas because she was "tired". Yet during the shift I had to hear about her personal life and complaints about everything from the job to her life at home. During several of my shifts my female partner would disappear for hours and not be seen or heard from. I caught her a few times kissing on guys in the parking garage, and sometimes in stairwells.
She'd always be on her phone talking or texting and even sending selfies to people. Several times she even gave out her address and phone number to people in our patrol area inviting them over. She bragged about how she had connections and could do anything she wanted and that she was guaranteed a spot on the police force. She told me that the only reason she wAnted in security and police work is cause of the power and money. She told me several times that she could care less about half the calls we respond to.
She'd always be on her phone talking or texting and even sending selfies to people. Several times she even gave out her address and phone number to people in our patrol area inviting them over. She bragged about how she had connections and could do anything she wanted and that she was guaranteed a spot on the police force. She told me that the only reason she wAnted in security and police work is cause of the power and money. She told me several times that she could care less about half the calls we respond to.
Nick S.
Nov 14, 2018
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I worked here for about 3 years. I put forth the effort and became a watch commander, which helped me get my foot in the door for a LEO job. In regard to some of these negative reviews, this job is not for lazy individuals. The job is what you make of it. Not many companies give you the opportunity to use equipment in a squad car. One thing people mistake coming into the company is the belief that they will be armed. In this company you must prove yourself not to be a liability and prove you are a problem solver to carry a gun. Again, this company is what you make of it and it worked for me.