About JMG

1987

Our Service Is Your Security.

Our goal is to provide a more client-centric approach to the security system industry. Founded by Ken Jacobs and Mike Christensen, JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS began operations in 1987.

The Commercial Security System Industry Needed True Customer Service

In 1987, both Ken Jacobs and Mike Christensen left executive positions with large commercial alarm companies to find a better way to provide excellent customer service in their industry. From humble beginnings in a garage, they identified a market in serious need of a higher level of customer service and support than had ever previously existed.

JMG headquarters, Fountain Valley

Corporate headquarters, Fountain Valley

Security system companies have long been known for their poor customer service and both Ken and Mike decided the time was right to demonstrate what true service excellence can be when providing security systems for businesses. JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS is now the premier business security systems consultant and installer for Southern California companies and remains committed to providing the excellent service its reputation was founded on.

JMG’s offering of commercial security systems combines the latest cutting edge technology with expert and custom tailored solutions to businesses across Southern California who are looking to install or upgrade their commercial security systems. The brilliant staff that have supported this vision since 1987 are at the heart of what makes JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS such a reliable, service-oriented company and what drives the positive culture that Ken and Mike are still so proud of.

To accomplish these goals, we work continuously to present security solutions at the forefront of technology while improving internal ordering and inventory systems and maintaining award-winning customer service. A strategic decision was made to focus entirely on the Southern California market to ensure that whenever our clients need assistance, they can always rely on the team at JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS.

JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS is proud to announce our expansion into the California Central Coast. We offer our best-in-class service from Paso Robles south to all Southern California.

One Mission

To deliver the absolute best customer service experience in the business security system industry possible.

Our story, our team, our resources, and our vision are all centered on one mission.

At JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS, we believe we honor that mission each and every day.

By The Numbers

1987

Founded by Ken Jacobs and Mike Christensen

8

Counties served, from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

2

Central monitoring stations, in California and Texas

2010

Orange County Register Top Workplaces since 2010

Why JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS?

From the Central Coast south to all Southern California, our reputation is built on excellent customer service.

We invest more time and training in our staff than any other security system company. The consistent customer service we deliver and the positive feedback from our lifelong clients tells us that we are doing something right! By continuing to invest time and money on our team, our resources, and by partnering with only the most reputable commercial security systems manufacturers, we ensure that our team is ready to handle any security challenge a client may have, with expert, whiteglove, and proven reputable service.

We invest more time and money in training, education, and team building than anyone in our industry—or most other industries—and all our field team, service and sales members go through extensive initial and ongoing training before fully assuming their positions.

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Ken Jacobs

Founders

Ken Jacobs

Co-founder, 1987

Ken Jacobs and Mike Christensen may have founded JMG SECURITY SYSTEMS, but the same is true today as it was in 1987: our client’s satisfaction runs the show.

“This partnership is built on many years of team work, commitment, trust and reliability.”

Ken Jacobs, on JMG’s work with Angel Stadium

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Licensed And Approved

Licences and listings are checked by insurers and fire authorities. Ours are public.

UL approved

Both central stations, in California and Texas, on dual-redundant servers.

FM approved

We are an approved Factory Mutual company that can issue fire placards on all fire systems that comply.

California licensed

Alarm Lic. ACO3759 · Cont. Lic. 575070

UL and NFPA compliant

JMG CONNEX is UL and NFPA compliant and designed solely for intrusion and fire alarm transmission.

Recognized

Orange County Register Top Workplaces

Since 2010

City of Fountain Valley Certificate of Recognition

Feb 2025

Brivo Regional Dealer of the Year

Brivo

Brivo Community Contributor of the Year

Brivo

Our First Class Team Provides Excellent Customer Service

To deliver ‘Best-in-Class’ commercial security systems, customer service is what drives us each and every day.

Honda Center in Anaheim, with palm trees along the arena entrance

“I have never worked at a company where every single person is equally dedicated to best-in-class customer service!”

The JMG family has grown heavily from within and any outside talent that joins us often shares similar feelings. We’ve worked hard since 1987 to instill and nurture this vision from day one, and it would not be possible without our incredible team.

Hosted by Columbia Bank

JMG’s 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

Because of the generosity of our sponsors, players, partners, and community, this year’s tournament raised $215,000 for the Boys & Girls Club of Huntington Valley. This matches the amount raised at the 29th Annual Tournament and continues an incredible tradition of support for children and families in our community.

A golfer tees off at the 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

Tee shot

A foursome on the fairway at the 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

On the fairway

The registration table at the 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

Registration

Volunteers at the 30th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament

Volunteers

Proudly Serving Southern California Since 1987

JMG headquarters, Fountain Valley Placeholder: Escondido office exterior photo Placeholder: San Luis Obispo office exterior photo

Corporate Headquarters

San Diego Office

Central Coast field team

A JMG technician in a hard hat smiling as he fits a dome camera to a wall

How Can We Help?

Our experienced sales agents conduct an extensive (and complimentary) risk assessment site survey to evaluate your unique security needs and create a custom proposal and system design to satisfy your organization’s demands.

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