What characterizes a 'Proprietary Security Employer'?

A 'Proprietary Security Employer' is characterized by its role as an entity responsible for managing and providing security services specifically within its own organization. This means that the security personnel are directly employed by the company to protect its own assets, employees, and property rather than being outsourced to an external agency.

This definition emphasizes the employment relationship; the personnel are not contractors nor hired from a security service provider but rather are integral to the organization’s operations. As such, proprietary security employers have full control over their security policies, training, and overall management of security-related activities, aligning all efforts directly with their internal needs.

In contrast, the other options refer to different models of security service provision. Hiring external personnel pertains to third-party security providers, while contractors typically serve multiple clients, and the option about non-security employees does not pertain specifically to security functions at all. Thus, the correct choice effectively captures the essence of what defines a proprietary security employer within the framework of the Private Security Services Act.