Hirsch Welcomes John Moss to Vitaprotech Group Board as Director and Senior Advisor to Advance Global Security Innovation

Strategic Appointment of Industry Leader Strengthens Leadership for Next-Generation Security Solutions

SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hirsch, a global leader in high-security access control, video, perimeter protection, and identity authentication solutions, proudly announces the appointment of John Moss to the Vitaprotech Group Board of Directors. A respected figure in the physical security industry with decades of pioneering leadership, Mr. Moss’s addition underscores Vitaprotech and Hirsch’s strategy to deliver the most secure, complete, compliant, and cost-effective security platform while driving innovation across global markets.

Mr. Moss brings an unparalleled expertise to Hirsch and Vitaprotech. As the founder of Software House in 1981 — an early innovator in integrated physical security, now a prominent brand under Johnson Controls International — he set a benchmark for the industry. In 2002, he established S2 Security, introducing visionary web-based, plug-and-play systems that remain market leaders within Honeywell Corporation’s LenelS2 unit. With over 40 years of expertise, Mr. Moss has a proven track record of transforming security technology into industry-defining solutions, making him an ideal leader to guide the execution of Vitaprotech’s global strategy.

His appointment aligns with Hirsch’s comprehensive edge-to-core security ecosystem, as showcased with the Velocity Central launch at ISC West 2025. Mr. Moss will provide strategic oversight as Vitaprotech expands its global footprint — spanning the Americas, UK, France, Germany, and beyond — delivering seamless protection across perimeters, entry points, critical infrastructure, and digital environments. His insights will bolster Hirsch’s mission to make security effortless, compliant, and future-ready, integrating best-in-class technologies into a unified platform trusted by government agencies, enterprises, and high-risk industries worldwide.

“I am excited to join the Vitaprotech Group Board and work with Hirsch at this pivotal moment,” said John Moss. “Hirsch’s dedication to high security made simple, paired with its innovative, scalable solutions, positions it to redefine the industry. I look forward to helping shape a strategy that extends its leadership while pushing the boundaries of security technology.”

Hirsch CEO Mark Allen highlighted the significance of Moss’s role: “John’s visionary expertise and history of building industry-leading security businesses make him the perfect addition to drive our strategic direction. With his guidance, we’re poised to strengthen our global presence and deliver world-class, end-to-end security solutions that protect what matters most.”

“We are proud to have John Moss on our Board. His experience in high-security solutions will be instrumental in driving our business growth and achieving our goal to become a worldwide leader,” said Eric Thord, Vitaprotetch CEO.

This milestone follows Hirsch’s momentum as it unveils Velocity Central at ISC West 2025, reinforcing its promise of highly trusted, high-tech, high security. Moss’s leadership will focus on advancing product innovation, enhancing go-to-market strategies, and fostering partnerships across federal, enterprise, and critical infrastructure sectors — ensuring Hirsch remains the security the world needs.

Meet the Hirsch team at ISC West 2025 in Booth 13089, Las Vegas, Nev., April 1 – 4, 2025 and at The Security Event at the NEC, Birmingham, UK, April 8 – 10, 2025.

About Hirsch

Hirsch is a global leader in high-security access control, video intelligence, and identity and smart card reader solutions. With over 44 years of industry expertise, Hirsch provides robust, scalable, and trusted solutions designed for critical environments. Learn more at hirschsecure.com.