ARES Security

What ARES Security does

ARES Security Corporation is a Vienna, Virginia-based enterprise security software company that provides the AVERT Enterprise Security Platform, an integrated suite built around an intelligent digital twin, AI pathing and response algorithms, and a patented 3D modeling and simulation engine. The company was incorporated in 2012 to commercialize AVERT technology originally developed in 1999 in coordination with the US Defense Threat Reduction Agency to protect US nuclear assets. ARES serves government agencies (notably the US Department of Defense and US Air Force), the commercial nuclear industry (where it claims to protect over 67% of US commercial nuclear sites), critical infrastructure operators, transportation hubs, healthcare facilities, data centers, and Fortune 500 enterprises.

The product portfolio spans the full physical security lifecycle through nine primary solutions: AVERT Physical Security (quantitative risk assessment), AVERT 4D (security design and cost optimization), AVERT C2 (command and control with 450+ system integrations), AVERT CSIM (converged security information management, inherited from the Vidsys acquisition), AVERT AI (real-time decision support simulating OODA cycles), AVERT MPO (drone and robotic mission planning), AVERT VR and AVERT VT (immersive and tabletop training), and Mayday Safety (mass alerting, acquired). The platform has received DHS SAFETY Act certifications, Department of Defense and Department of Energy accreditations, and recognition from the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission for security-based licensing submissions.

ARES Security generates revenue through annual subscription-based software licensing without long-term contracts, using a hybrid direct enterprise sales motion supplemented by an expanding network of strategic channel and technology partners including ONYX (exclusive Middle East distribution), Holtec Security International (global nuclear alliance), MatrixSpace (radar integration), Alomra Group (Africa), ShadowTech Labs, Motorola Solutions, Honeywell, Johnson Controls, and Milestone Systems. The company operates offices in Vienna (VA), Marlborough (MA), Dubai, and Riyadh, with stated remote personnel distributed globally.

Name

ARES Security

Legal name

ARES Security Corporation

Website

https://aressecuritycorp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

ARES Security provides the AVERT Enterprise Security Platform, an AI-enabled digital twin and command-and-control platform serving US defense, commercial nuclear, critical infrastructure, and Fortune 500 clients with physical security design, real-time operations, robotics integration, and training solutions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Physical Security Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Security Management Platforms Integration (PSIM/SOC, Command & Control) (BPAKAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

SOAR & Security Automation (HDADAGAB)

Keywords

• Physical security software
• Security assessment platform
• Command and control systems
• Converged security management
• Critical infrastructure protection

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Enterprise Security Platform Software: Annual subscription-based software licensing for the AVERT suite of security solutions. The platform offers predictable annual pricing with no long-term contracts, allowing customers to add capabilities over time.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ARES Security sells the AVERT Enterprise Security Platform, a modular set of software solutions built on an intelligent digital twin and patented simulation engine for physical security design, quantitative threat assessment, command and control, AI-driven decision support, robotic mission planning, and immersive training. Core products are sold as annual subscriptions to government agencies, commercial nuclear facilities, critical infrastructure operators, and Fortune 500 enterprises, complemented by the Mayday Safety mass alerting product and the CommandBridge maritime situational awareness platform.

Product overview

ARES Security offers the Enterprise Security Platform, a unified platform-plus-modules architecture built around an intelligent digital twin. The core portfolio consists of AVERT Physical Security (quantitative risk assessment using AI pathing algorithms), AVERT 4D (security design optimization), AVERT C2 (next-gen command and control with 450+ integrations), AVERT CSIM (converged security information management, formerly Vidsys), AVERT AI (adaptive neural network for automated decision support), AVERT MPO (mission planning for robotic and drone operations), AVERT VR (immersive virtual reality training), and AVERT VT (virtual tabletop exercises). The platform is complemented by acquired products Mayday Safety (emergency alerting) and CommandBridge (maritime domain awareness). All products leverage the AVERT digital twin technology developed in 1999 to provide data-driven security, safety, and response optimization across the entire physical security lifecycle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AVERT CSIM: Converged Security Information Management System (CSIM) platform, previously Vidsys CSIM, that integrates sensors, data feeds and response plans
• AVERT Physical Security
• AVERT 4D
• AVERT C2
• AVERT AI
• AVERT MPO
• AVERT VR
• AVERT VT
• Mayday Safety

Products and services

• AVERT Physical Security (AVERT-PS) Quantitative security and safety assessment solution that uses an intelligent digital twin and AI pathing and response algorithms to simulate terrorism, active shooter, theft, and other threats, enabling customers to optimize physical security configurations and effectiveness.
• AVERT 4D (AVERT for Design) Security design optimization platform that uses an intelligent digital twin and modeling and simulation technology to design the most effective security plan at any site and run cost-benefit analyses for procurement decisions, with proven savings of 25-75% of CAPEX and 10-50% of OPEX.
• AVERT C2 (Command & Control) Next-generation command and control platform that integrates sensors, detectors, radar, video, alarms, communications, and weapons systems into a unified platform with customized dashboards, AI, automation, and more than 450 sensor and system integrations.
• AVERT CSIM (Converged Security Information Management) Converged Security Information Management platform that streamlines and automates security operations centers by integrating sensors, data feeds, and response plans, featuring the largest commercial connector library in the industry with more than 500 integrations to third-party systems.
• AVERT AI Adaptive neural network and machine learning engine that leverages the AVERT digital twin and simulation engine to provide real-time decision support by simulating Observe-Orient-Decide-Act cycles and cross-referencing site and threat knowledge with real-time sensor data.
• AVERT MPO (Mission Planning & Operations) Open platform that provides instant site familiarization to disparate drones and robotic assets for coordinated responses, inspections, management, and routine operations, offering one-to-many control of autonomous systems.
• AVERT VR (Virtual Reality) Immersive 3D virtual reality training solution using representations of actual or planned facilities to build security awareness, test response procedures, conduct tactical training, perform scenario replays, and provide facility tours.
• AVERT VT (Virtual Tabletop) Collaborative virtual tabletop training solution that allows operators to run and control detailed threat simulations across multiple sites or organizations using the AVERT digital twin and patented threat simulation technology, replacing traditional dice-based exercises.
• Mayday Safety Emergency management software that alerts and protects personnel in real time through mass alerting, notification, and communications, ranging from a free mobile app for friends and family to enterprise-level safety and security systems for organizations.
• CommandBridge Situation Resolution Management platform providing maritime domain awareness and regional security applications for ports and borders.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25-75% CAPEX savings and 10-50% OPEX savings on security costs while maintaining or improving effectiveness
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability9 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• ONYXcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2025Technology partnership integrating ONYX's next generation remote operated ISR and Remote Actuated Weapon (RAW) into ARES' AVERT C2 and Mission Planning platforms. ARES obtained exclusive rights to embed, market and distribute ONYX technology in the Middle East for defense, nuclear and commercial security markets.
• Holtec Security International (HSI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Global Strategic Alliance Agreement for creating and delivering next generation security solutions to nuclear and critical infrastructure markets. HSI, a wholly owned subsidiary of Holtec International, will have full access to ARES technology to utilize, deliver, resell, and embed into their planned security solutions and co-develop new offerings.
• MatrixSpacecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2024Technology partnership combining AI collaborative sensing radar with AVERT MPO to create decisive tactical advantage for expeditionary forces. Dramatically increased detect and track capabilities for wide range of large-scale security situations.
• Alomra GroupmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2024Strategic partnership to pioneer innovative security solutions in Morocco and across Africa. Alomra Group is a leading provider of integrated Homeland Security solutions.
• ShadowTech LabsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 March 2024Partnership with ShadowTech Labs, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), for the Palisades Nuclear Generation Station contract award for next generation security computer and video management system.
• ConvergintminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBusiness partner and channel reseller
• Vidsys, Inc.minorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAcquired company providing mission-critical Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) software, now part of AVERT CSIM
• Mayday SafetyminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAcquired company providing mass alerting, notification, and communications application used during emergency events
• Ridge GlobalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic advisory consulting firm led by Tom Ridge, the first U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security
• Cairo Communication SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partner located in Cairo, Egypt for distribution in the region
• Alomra GroupminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partner located in Casablanca, Morocco for distribution in the region
• Global ProjectsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partner located in Kuwait for distribution in the region

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Johnson Controls: Johnson Controls' C•CURE and Tyco security portfolios compete with ARES in enterprise PSIM and integrated building security, while also being a channel partner for AVERT — illustrating the coopetition dynamic in physical security.
• Palantir Technologies: Palantir's Foundry and Gotham platforms increasingly address defense and critical-infrastructure situational awareness and command-and-control use cases, competing with AVERT AI/C2 for AI-driven decision-support budgets at DoD and federal agencies.
• Motorola Solutions: Motorola Solutions' CommandCentral and Avigilon offerings provide command-and-control, video, and communications for public safety and defense — directly overlapping with AVERT C2 while bringing far greater scale and an established public-safety channel.
• Honeywell: Honeywell's Building Technologies division offers integrated security management, access control, and command-center software that overlaps with AVERT's enterprise and critical-infrastructure footprint, especially via its Pro-Watch and victor platforms.

Direct peers

• SoundThinking (ShotSpotter): SoundThinking combines sensor data, AI analytics, and public-safety workflow tools — overlapping with AVERT CSIM and Mayday Safety for law enforcement and campus security, with similar sensor-fusion and incident-detection positioning.
• Milestone Systems: Milestone's XProtect video management platform is one of the most widely deployed VMS systems and is integrated into AVERT CSIM; its open-platform architecture competes for the same enterprise security operations center budget.
• Genetec: Genetec provides unified security platforms including Security Center (PSIM/C2), video management, and access control with broad third-party device integration, making it the closest direct competitor to AVERT CSIM/C2 in commercial enterprise physical security.
• Everbridge: Everbridge's Critical Event Management and mass notification platform competes with ARES's Mayday Safety product and overlaps with AVERT C2 for emergency response coordination in enterprise and public-sector deployments.

Emerging players

• Reveal Technology: Reveal Technology builds AI-powered situational awareness and mission planning tools for DoD users, directly overlapping with AVERT MPO and AVERT AI in expeditionary and tactical defense workflows.
• Anduril Industries: Anduril's Lattice OS and counter-UAS/autonomous security systems compete with AVERT MPO and AVERT C2 in defense and critical-infrastructure autonomy, with comparable drone/robotics orchestration capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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