CLIFTON, N.J., Nov. 22, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- ECSI International, Inc., a division of Electronic Control Security Inc. (OTCBB:EKCS), a global leader in perimeter security systems, today announced the appointment of Ken Picard as Manager of Corporate Accounts and U.S.A.F. TASS Program Manager.
Mr. Picard has over 14 years of experience in marketing, business development and program management of high-end technology and security-related products. He has served as the marketing and program manager for the Tactical Automated Security System (TASS), a major security program for the U.S. Air Force.
Prior to joining ECSI, Mr. Picard was the founder and president of SPI which specialized in the sale and distribution of security equipment. He has held similar security-related positions with Curtiss-Wright Security Systems, Lau Technologies and PanTec, Inc.
Arthur Barchenko, President and CEO of ECSI, said, "Mr. Picard's experience in the electronic security field will be instrumental in expanding and solidifying ECSI's presence on the TASS program with Hanscom Air Force Base as well as developing government-related corporate accounts. He is a seasoned security professional who understands the industry and needs of the clients."
About ECSI
ECSI is recognized as a global leader in perimeter security and an effective quality provider for both the Department of Defense and Homeland Security programs. The company designs, manufactures and markets physical electronic security systems for high profile, high-threat environments. The employment of risk assessment and analysis allows ECSI to determine and address the security needs of government and commercial-industrial installations. The company has teaming agreements with ManTech International Co., ADT Federal Systems, ARINC Inc., SRH Marine, Horne Engineering Services, Inc. and other industry leaders. ECSI's corporate office is located at 790 Bloomfield Avenue, Bldg. C-1, Clifton, NJ 07012. Tel: 973-574-8555; Fax: 973-574-8562; or visit www.anti-terrorism.com.
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