May 19, 2026 – ANDOVER, Mass. Minuteman Security & Life Safety, a leading provider of enterprise security technology and life safety solutions, today announced that Doug Cherney has joined the company as Director of Critical Infrastructure, reporting to Eric Joseph.
Cherney brings more than two decades of security industry leadership and channel development experience focused on protecting critical infrastructure, energy operations, people, and assets. In his new role, he will support the continued expansion of Minuteman’s Critical Infrastructure sector, helping organizations strengthen security operations, improve operational resilience, and stay ahead of the increasingly complex demands facing today’s critical infrastructure environments.
Prior to joining Minuteman, Cherney served as Business Development Manager – Energy at Motorola Solutions, where he focused on helping energy-sector organizations strengthen their physical, cybersecurity, and operational security initiatives. He also held leadership positions with Prosegur and Rekor Systems, specializing in channel partnerships, surveillance technologies, and advanced LPR solutions.
“Doug understands the evolving challenges facing critical infrastructure organizations and the level of operational coordination required to secure them effectively,” said Jack Johnson, Chief Revenue Officer at Minuteman. “His experience across the energy and security sectors, combined with his practical, customer-first approach, makes him an outstanding addition to our team. As organizations continue to modernize their environments, Doug’s leadership will help strengthen the strategic guidance and expertise we bring to our customers.”
Cherney’s experience spans physical security, video surveillance, AI, operational security, channel development, and critical infrastructure protection. Throughout his career, he has worked closely with organizations seeking to modernize and unify security operations while improving visibility, response, and operational continuity.
“Critical infrastructure environments require more than standalone security systems; they require strategy and operational understanding,” said Eric Joseph, Global Director of Business Development and Strategy at Minuteman. “Doug brings credibility, industry knowledge, and a strong understanding of how to help organizations solve real operational challenges. He’s a significant addition, building upon the years of success we’ve had working with critical infrastructure organizations over the last decade”.
“I’m excited to join Minuteman at a time of such strong momentum and growth,” said Doug Cherney. “The company has built an outstanding reputation for expertise, customer relationships, and operational excellence across complex environments. I look forward to adding to that momentum, helping expand Minuteman’s presence within the critical infrastructure sector, and supporting organizations as they navigate evolving security, safety, and operational challenges.”
Minuteman’s Critical Infrastructure practice supports organizations across the energy lifecycle and other high-risk operational environments, including power generation facilities, transmission and distribution substations, gas compressor stations, cooperative energy providers, pipeline and fuel storage facilities, Security Operations Centers (SOCs), warehouses, lay-down yards, and critical manufacturing environments. Through integrated security, life safety, and operational technology solutions, Minuteman helps organizations strengthen protection, improve situational awareness, and support long-term operational resilience.
About Minuteman Security
Minuteman Security & Life Safety is a national systems integrator dedicated to protecting people, property, and mission-critical operations. Founded in 1988, Minuteman has grown into one of the largest security and life safety providers in North America, recognized as the 2025 SDM Systems Integrator of the Year. With expertise across video surveillance, access control, cybersecurity, and emergency communications, Minuteman partners with organizations in healthcare, education, critical infrastructure, and enterprise markets.