International Security Services Market Report 2026

The international security services market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $120.13 billion in 2025 to $129.02 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising international travel and cross-border movement, growing transnational organized crime, increasing geopolitical tensions and conflicts, rising terrorist incidents and asymmetric threats, and increasing corporate globalization and multinational operations.

The international security services market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $169.86 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing geopolitical instability in fragile regions, rising cross-border migration and refugee flows, growing public-private partnerships for security, increasing demand for protection of global supply chains, and rising frequency of high-profile international events. Major trends in the forecast period include widespread adoption of artificial intelligence for threat detection and analysis, deployment of unmanned aerial vehicles for persistent surveillance, integration of internet of things sensors into perimeter security, advancement in biometric identification systems for access control, and use of blockchain-enabled identity verification and secure logging.

Rising geopolitical tensions are expected to propel the growth of the international security services market going forward. Geopolitical tensions refer to conflicts or strained relations between nations arising from political, economic, or territorial disputes. These tensions are often driven by territorial disagreements that threaten national sovereignty and control over strategically significant regions. International security services help address such challenges by delivering cross-border protection, intelligence support, and risk mitigation strategies for governments and global enterprises. They improve situational awareness through continuous threat monitoring and crisis management, assisting organizations in operating within unstable environments. For instance, in October 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, a US-based federal agency, migrant encounters at the US-Canada border exceeded 181,000 in 2024, representing a 6.5% increase compared to 170,000 in 2023. Therefore, rising geopolitical tensions are driving the growth of the international security services market.

Major companies operating in the international security services market are focusing on developing advanced service offerings, such as comprehensive outsourcing solutions, to improve efficiency, strengthen protection, and reduce organizational risk and resource burdens. Comprehensive outsourcing solutions involve end-to-end services delivered by third-party providers that manage multiple functions, processes, or operational requirements on behalf of client organizations. For example, in July 2023, NTT DATA, a Japan-based IT services and digital business company, launched an outsourcing service for security management. This fully managed offering features a dedicated team of security engineers providing continuous 24/7 monitoring and operations, significantly reducing the risk of security incidents and operational gaps. The service includes standardized management of multiple security tools and automated response capabilities, enabling seamless integration and threat mitigation with minimal client involvement. It also incorporates advanced analytics and optimized operational processes, improving incident response times and lowering the total cost of ownership for client organizations.

In July 2025, Securitas AB, a Sweden-based security services company, acquired Stanley Security Solutions Inc. from Stanley Black & Decker Inc. for approximately $3.2 billion. Through this acquisition, Securitas AB aims to strengthen its global presence, expand its electronic and international security offerings, and integrate advanced security technologies and solutions to better serve multinational clients across various industries. Stanley Security Solutions Inc. is a US-based provider of electronic and international security services.

Major companies operating in the international security services market are BAE Systems plc, Thales Group S.A., Securitas AB, Serco Group plc, GardaWorld Security Corporation, Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad S.A., DynCorp International Inc., Loomis AB, Titan Security Group Inc., Security & Intelligence Services (India) Ltd., Constellis Holdings LLC, Kroll LLC, Control Risks Group Ltd., ICTS International N.V., Allied Universal Corporation, Aegis Defence Services Ltd., Ambrey Ltd., Paladin Group Pty Ltd., The Risk Advisory Group Ltd., The Brink’s Company.

North America was the largest region in the international security services market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the international security services market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the international security services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have had a moderate impact on the international security services market by increasing costs for imported surveillance equipment, access control systems, communication devices, and emergency response hardware used in security operations. The impact is more evident in physical security and emergency response services and in regions reliant on imported security technologies, particularly Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and parts of Europe. Service-focused segments such as consulting, risk management, and monitoring services face lower exposure to tariffs. In some cases, tariffs have encouraged local sourcing of security equipment and strengthened regional service providers.

International security services refer to a wide range of professional activities designed to protect people, assets, infrastructure, and information across national borders through coordinated security measures. These services help safeguard individuals, assets, and operations operating in multiple countries by mitigating international security risks and supporting business and operational continuity.

The main service types of international security services include physical security services, cybersecurity services, consulting and advisory services, risk management services, and emergency response services. Physical security services involve professionally delivered protective measures such as guarding, access control, surveillance, and on-site protection aimed at securing people, assets, and operations across diverse environments. Delivery models include on-site deployment, remote or monitoring-center-based services, cloud-delivered solutions, and hybrid security models. These services are offered through multiple channels, including direct contracting, managed service agreements, digital security platforms, and integrated security solution vendors. Key application areas include commercial facilities, industrial sites, residential complexes, government and public-sector operations, critical infrastructure, transportation hubs and events, as well as healthcare and educational institutions.

The international security services market includes revenues earned by entities through border security support, anti-terrorism services, maritime security services, aviation security services, vip protection and escort services, and incident reporting and analysis. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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