Knightscope’s Edwin “Eddie” Vasquez Named Finalist for 2026 US OSPA Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director of the Year

One of Knightscope’s Agents recognized among the nation’s top contract security managers/directors as part of the 11th annual US Outstanding Security Performance Awards

SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knightscope, Inc. (NASDAQ: KSCP), the security technology company building the nation’s first Autonomous Security Force, today announced that one of its Knightscope Agents, Eddie Vasquez, has been named a finalist for Contract Security Manager/Director of the Year in the 2026 US Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). Finalists for this year’s program were announced in late July, recognizing individuals and organizations demonstrating outstanding performance across the security profession.

Now in its eleventh year, the US OSPAs celebrate excellence across 13 categories spanning contracted and in-house security professionals, teams, and companies. Winners will be announced on September 13, 2026, at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference in Atlanta, Georgia, and will represent the United States at the 3rd Global OSPAs in January 2027.

“Eddie’s nomination is a reflection of the exceptional standard our Knightscope Agents bring to every client relationship, every single day,” said William Santana Li, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Knightscope. “Being named a finalist among the best contracted managers in the country is a tremendous honor, and it’s one that’s fully earned. On behalf of everyone at Knightscope, congratulations, Eddie. We’re proud to have you on our team. Now let’s bring home the win!”

“This recognition reflects the dedication, collaboration, and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the incredible teams I’ve had the privilege of working with. I’m grateful to my colleagues, mentors, clients, and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. It’s an honor to be recognized among such accomplished professionals, and I look forward to celebrating the achievements of all the finalists,” said Edwin “Eddie” Vasquez, Knightscope Site Director of Security. “Thank you to the OSPAs for this recognition.”

The OSPAs are independently judged and widely regarded as one of the security industry’s most prestigious recognition programs, honoring the people and organizations raising the bar for security performance nationwide. Knightscope extends its congratulations to Eddie and to all of this year’s finalists.

Knightscope will also be debuting its Autonomous Security Force at GSX 2026 at Booth #3905, September 14-16, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Security leaders who would like to reserve time with the Knightscope team and for access to the Signals VIP Lounge are encouraged to register in advance.

About Knightscope

Knightscope is a security technology company building the nation's first Autonomous Security Force. As a managed service provider, the Company delivers autonomous machines, AI-driven software, and licensed security agents as one accountable operation, under one contract, to help protect people, property, and critical infrastructure. Knightscope's long-term mission is to make the United States of America the safest country in the world. Learn more at www.knightscope.com.

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