Raleigh
North Carolina
Protecting People, Property & Profits
Security 101® is nationally-recognized as a leader in the security industry and viewed as one of the fastest growing commercial integrators in the US. From system design, engineering, and installation — to servicing electronic security systems, Security 101 offers a full range of services to our clients. Our business systems, specialized business operations software, and extensive training allow us to deliver the highest quality security systems and positive customer experiences.
As a true systems integrator, Security 101 is the only call you’ll need to make.
“Complete” design & engineering
Intercom & tele-entry systems
Custom programming
Mass notification systems
Project management
Wireless solutions
Visitor management systems
Access control systems
Video management systems
Intrusion detection systems
Unique software solutions for market-specific security challenges
Security system integration (video, access control & intrusion detection)
Security Reimagined
A comprehensive, purpose-built security environment is essential for businesses of any size to thrive. By partnering with Security 101, we can create an intelligent and integrated system that incorporates advanced video, access control, alarm monitoring, and visitor management solutions to help you maximize safety, efficiency, and productivity and detect and mitigate threats on time.
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Our Team
Raleigh, NC - Our local team is comprised of seasoned security professionals who are ready to handle any size commercial electronic security systems project or service needs you may have. At Security 101 our expansive network of industry talent is deep — and our unique business model allows for every team member to stay connected. Here are a few key TEAM101 members in your local area. Get connected, follow us on Linkedin®, and join the conversation. Our dedication to security excellence is second-to-none. Security 101 Raleigh is ready to start earning your trust today.
Here are a few key members of the Raleigh market
With Security 101 Raleigh owners Al Affinito and Bobby Weathers combined 50 years of industry experience Security 101 Raleigh personnel have designed, sold and installed, integrated security & fire alarm systems to hospitals, airports, jails, police departments, court houses, city halls, industrial facilities, office complexes, K-12, colleges, and churches. Security 101 Raleigh has extensive knowledge in the design and installation of a wide variety of technologies, such as IP megapixel CCTV systems, video analytics, access control systems, intercom systems, Emergency Call systems, long haul ethernet over copper and fiber, wireless ethernet, burglar alarms, voice and data cabling, door hardware, gate controls, fence guard, and outside plant work.
There’s not much this team hasn’t seen or done when it comes to the security needs of commercial security users. Give Security 101 - Raleigh a call and see if Security 101 can help you.
The Security 101 - Raleigh installation and service team is proud to supply commercial clients with “fanatical customer service” in the greater Raleigh area.
Al Affinito
Owner, President

In 1985, Al graduated from Lawrence Institute of Technology in Southfield, MI with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Management. He started his security industry career in 1989 working for AT&T Security. In 1991, he moved to Guardian Alarm where he began his commercial security system sales career. In 1999, he moved to ADT’s newly formed Systems Sales & Engineering Team. In 2002, shortly after 9/11, ADT transferred Al to Raleigh, North Carolina to start a System Sales & Engineering group in the local ADT Office. In 2008, he moved to SimplexGrinnell where he served in the same role. In 2013, Al made the decision to Team up with his longtime friend Bobby Weathers and start Security 101 - Raleigh.
Qualifications and credentials:
- 30 Years of industry experience, system sales and engineering
- BSIM, ASIS, S.A.M.E., IFMA, IPVM
Bobby Weathers
Owner, Vice President of Sales

Bobby began his security industry career in 1999 with ADT as a Commercial Sales Representative. In 2002, he met his future business partner Al Affinito for the first time. In 2006, he moved to Matrix Security (soon to become ASG Security) where he was one of the companies top sales representatives. In 2013, Bobby made the decision to team up with his longtime friend Al Affinito and start Security 101 - Raleigh.
Qualifications and credentials:
- 20 years of industry experience, system sales and engineering
- ASIS, S.A.M.E., IFMA, IPVM
Robert Abraham
Operations Manager

Robert started with Security 101 Raleigh in 2014 in sales. After one year he transferred to operations where he quickly rose through the ranks to become the operations manager. Bobby and Al joke that someday soon Robert will be running Security101 Raleigh.
Qualifications and credentials:
- Staff Sergeant US Army Reserves
- BS Homeland Security
- Campbell University
- ASIS, S.A.M.E.
- ESA Level 1 Alarm Technician
Mark Dillon
Technician

Mark started with Security101 Raleigh in 2015. Mark is a fixture in the security industry and is one of Security 101 Raleigh’s most valued employees.
Qualifications and credentials:
- 20 years of industry experience
- Factory certifications: Genetec, Brivo,
- Training: Keri Systems, Honeywell Alarms, Exacq, Axis, Schlage, ESA Level 1 Alarm Technician
Matt Silveira
Technician

Matt started with Security 101 Raleigh in 2015 at the age of 20. He had limited industry experience but in his three years with Security 101 has rapidly risen to be one of our most valuable technicians. He is become highly skilled in almost every aspect of security and security networks.
Qualifications and credentials:
- 5 years of industry experience
- Training: Avigilon, Keri Systems, Honeywell Alarms, ESA Level 1 Alarm Technician
Christian Carier
Technician

Chris started with Security 101 Raleigh in 2017. Prior to coming to Security 101 Chris was an auto technician. Chris said he wanted to make a change and came to work with Security 101. On Chris’s first day, Security 101 had a network training class. The instructor was training Security 101 technicians on programming network switches. Upon breaking for lunch, the instructor walked into my office and said to me that Chris was my best technician when it came to programming switches. Of course, he did not know that this was Chris’s first day!
Qualifications and credentials:
- 1 year of industry experience
- Factory Certifications: Genetec
- Training: Avigilon, Keri Systems, Brivo, Honeywell Alarms, ESA Level 1 Alarm Tech
Billy Whittaker
Technician

Billy started with Security 101 Raleigh in 2018. Billy is Security 101 Raleigh’s newest and oldest technician all at the same time! Billy has been in the industry for 30 years. It would be a shorter list to list what he hasn’t done then what he has. With thirty years of experience Billy could work for anyone in the industry. Billy knew of Security 101 Raleigh’s reputation and sought out an opportunity to work with us and Security 101’s blessed for it.
Qualifications and credentials:
- 30 years of industry experience
- Factory Certifications: Bosch, Lenel, Software House, Kantech, EST,
- American Dynamics, Exacq
- Training: Avigilon, Keri Systems, Honeywell Alarms, Firelite, NICET II
Gregory Curtis
Commercial Security Consultant

Gregory is a 20-year seasoned veteran as a successful Commercial Security Consultant with innovative ideas, integrity, and attention to detail with his customers. He has previously worked for other large Systems Integrators like ASG Security, and Brady Integrated Security, where he handled multiple large high profile commercial accounts during his career there. He efficiently builds loyalty and long-term relationships with customers, while consistently reaching sales targets. He has extensive experience in CCTV Systems, Access Control Systems, Fire Alarm systems and Intrusion alarm systems, including their design and implementation.
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Security 101® Careers
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Being a part of TEAM101 has a special meaning to our dedicated personnel. At Security 101, we are continuously seeking qualified, highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate our guiding principles of fanatical customer service, integrity, and fun. Grow with us and thrive within an organization dedicated to excellence.
We are actively seeking top talent for the following position(s):
Security Technician
APPLY NOWSecurity 101 – Raleigh is now recruiting for a commercial security technician with the ability to support cabling & device installation effectively on new and existing electronic security installations. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Take advantage of the opportunity to learn, gain knowledge, and grow your skills from the industry’s best.
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Account Executive
APPLY NOWSecurity 101 – Raleigh is now recruiting an Account Executive that can identify, qualify, and develop new customer opportunities by creating market awareness of Security 101 products and services. As an Outside Sales Representative in a B2B sales role, the ideal candidate will be actively seeking new business and building relationships with prospects while maintaining relationships and connections with their existing clients.
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