Abstract: An access security system includes at least one access control vestibule, a metal detector, a lock system, a camera, and a controller. A wireless router is connected to the controller and provides a secure, wireless local access network (WLAN) in the vicinity of the access control vestibule. A wireless controller pad includes a display and graphical user interface. A wireless transceiver communicates wirelessly over the WLAN with the controller. A processor at the wireless controller pad permits user interaction via the display and user interface and generates and transmits control signals to the controller to allow the user to control and configure locally the operation of the metal detector, lock system, at least one camera, and WLAN as a secure local access security system having no outside connection beyond the secure premises.