What does an Alarm Monitor do?

• A. Monitors IDS, dispatches SF, makes notifications.
• B. Oversees routine maintenance of facility locks.
• C. Directs security patrol routes during drills.
• D. Handles VIP escort coordination.

Answer: (A)

An Alarm Monitor is the central point for responding to alarm events. Their job is to keep an eye on the security systems in real time—like the Intrusion Detection System—so you know immediately when something triggers. When an alarm goes off, they coordinate the response by dispatching Security Forces to handle the incident and by making the necessary notifications to supervisors, control rooms, and other stakeholders. This combination of monitoring, rapid dispatch, and clear communication is exactly what the role is meant to do during an alarm event.

The other options describe different functions not tied to alarm response: routine maintenance of facility locks is a facilities or maintenance task, directing patrol routes during drills is about drill management and training, and VIP escort coordination is a protective operations task.