4 Reasons Why Employee Background Checks are Important

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Sep 12th, 2011

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Your company’s data is sensitive, proprietary, and extremely important to the survival of your business. A recent study by the Ponemon Institute indicated that the average data breach cost is $7.2 million in the United States. For this reason, it is a best practice to choose a data destruction vendor that requires employee background checks before hiring. When 10% of all data breaches are known to occur during the disposal process, assurance that your data is in good hands can be valuable peace of mind.

Here are Securis’s top 4 reasons why employee background checks are essential:

Protection from liability– Imagine the unlikely happened, and a data breach occurred at your data destruction vendor. Chances are, you would want to be able to tell your lawyer that your vendor had an extensive screening process for all employees to protect against a breach.
Protection against a data breach– The last place most companies want their data is in the hands of a criminal. Background checks on employees are extra protection against a data breach and a precaution that proves that your data destruction vendor commits to its duty of care when dealing with your sensitive data.
Added security redundancy– Data destruction companies often have several security measures to defend your data, but background checks add another layer of protection for your benefit.
Integrity and Ethical Standards– The background check requirement that data destruction companies set is a natural part of the strong commitment to ethical standards and reassures the customer of the company’s integrity.

Securis commits to providing the safest atmosphere for data removal and destruction. The vendor that is used for our employee background checks is Kroll Incorporated. Kroll Inc. is headquartered in New York and has over 65 offices in 25 countries. Kroll Inc. has a multidisciplinary corporation of more than 3,800 employees and serves a global clientele of corporations, financial institutions, government agencies, law firms, non-profit institutions, and individuals. Securis uses Kroll Inc. because they provide the best, most reliable background screenings. Our employee screening process consists of the following:

Search the county criminal record for the past five years of residency in the counties where the employee lived.
Driving Record – The driving record (motor vehicle record) will verify the driver’s license number, status, and state of issuance and may provide information such as full name and physical description, as well as recent moving traffic violations and accidents.
Federal Criminal National Record Search
SSN Trace & Address Locator Database
U.S. Criminal Records Indicator Search
Securis’s access employees also complete Federal Bureau of Investigation official fingerprint cards. This information and results from background and security checks are kept in each employee’s file for customer review.

Christopher Madeira
Director of Marketing
ITAD Communications & Strategy Expert
Snapshot / Quick Stats
- 15+ years of experience in marketing strategy, brand development, and communications
- Specialized in IT asset disposition (ITAD) messaging for compliance-driven industries
- Former leadership roles at The Chronicle of Higher Education, CQ Press, and other respected publishers
- Key focus areas: Market Trends, Client Education, ITAD Compliance Messaging, Thought Leadership, SEO-Driven Strategy
Areas of Specialization
- Market Trends & Competitive Analysis – Tracks shifts in ITAD, resale, and sustainability markets to shape strategy and keep Securis ahead of industry developments.
- ITAD Compliance & Security Messaging – Crafts clear narratives that translate regulatory and data security requirements into approachable guidance for IT leaders.
- Client & Stakeholder Education – Builds educational resources and thought leadership content that empower clients to make informed ITAD decisions with confidence.
Professional Narrative (Career Journey)
Christopher Madeira is the Director of Marketing at Securis, where he shapes how the company communicates its mission of Secure, Accurate, and Sustainable IT Asset Disposition to regulated industries, government agencies, and enterprise clients. With more than 25 years of experience in marketing and communications, Christopher brings a unique perspective on how to bridge technical ITAD processes with clear, client-centered storytelling.
Before joining Securis, Christopher served in senior marketing roles across publishing and education organizations, including The Chronicle of Higher Education, CQ Press, and Congressional Quarterly. These positions gave him deep expertise in shaping brand positioning, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering content that informs and engages decision-makers.
At Securis, Christopher drives marketing strategies that not only build awareness but also educate IT leaders on data security, compliance, and sustainability best practices. His work ensures that Securis remains a trusted voice in the ITAD industry, aligning brand authority with the company’s core differentiators: Secure, Accurate, and Sustainable services.
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“Clear communication makes complex ITAD issues approachable for IT leaders.”
Thought Leadership & Recognition
Christopher is the author of numerous Securis blog articles on compliance, sustainability, and ITAD strategy. He has also developed content campaigns that help IT decision-makers understand the evolving landscape of secure data destruction, ESG reporting, and value recovery.
Personal
A strategist at heart, Christopher is passionate about helping organizations cut through the noise and understand the real risks — and opportunities — in ITAD. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys exploring D.C.’s history, traveling, connecting with his community, and aviation photography.
Trust & Transparency
Christopher ensures that every piece of Securis’ external communication is not only accurate but also aligned with the certifications and compliance standards that define the company’s reputation. His commitment to transparency reinforces Securis’ standing as a trusted partner for IT asset disposition.
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