Effective Management and Operations of Modern Security Systems

Introduction:

This advanced security management and operations program equips participants with the skills needed for contemporary security management. It encompasses key areas such as security management policy development and enforcement, enhancement of risk management approaches, management of physical and computer access controls, and the usage of investigative skills. These topics are methodically arranged to support participants’ understanding of concepts associated with advanced security management.

Participants will be expected to practice within security risk management principles to mitigate threats. They will gain skills to recognize risks, implement control measures, assess impacts, and treat risks by rating and responding to them appropriately.

Additionally, the course ensures that participants are competent enough to handle routine security activities, monitor relevant laws and policies, and identify necessary changes to ensure the optimal functioning of the security program.

Objectives:

Upon completing this advanced security management course, participants will be able to:

• Integrate core management theories and practices into security operations, considering the role of a security manager.
• Organize, implement, and evaluate both human and material resources for the efficient functioning of a security unit.
• Play a key role in formulating Security Programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Coordinate and supervise security programs and SOPs to achieve set objectives.
• Ensure that security staff are technically capable of implementing preventive security measures.
• Provide consultative advice on formulating emergency plans and working with relevant security authorities during emergencies in various locations.

Training Methodology:

• Situation management exercises
• Authoritative directives
• Horizontal learning activities
• Question and answer sessions
• Assessments of security systems in practice
• Skill labs

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Complex Due Diligence Structural Risk Management

• Management of security risk
• Loss prevention methods
• The role of security systems and security management systems
• Systems management within Integrated Security Management Systems (ISMS)
• Basic principles of Physical Security and Asset Protection
• Overcoming challenges in Building and Perimeter Security

Unit 2: Solving Problems Related to Security Deployments

• Job content specification and selection of security officers
• Personnel incentives and skill development for constructive feedback
• Deployment methods, briefing, and supervision of security personnel
• Accurate staff evaluations
• Physical security threats and mitigation strategies
• Security Risk Assessment (RA) and Security Vulnerability Assessment (SVA)

Unit 3: Access Control and Monitoring by Personnel

• Advanced use of electronic intruder detection systems
• Contingency planning for unforeseen security challenges
• Acquisition protocols for physical protection systems
• Best practices for CCTV operations
• Establishing operational protocols and maintaining physical security assets
• Environmental awareness and situational monitoring

Unit 4: Basic Principles of Security Planning and Investigations

• Writing security and emergency planning documents
• Response measures for real-time risks to hypersensitive sites
• Implementing security management policies and procedures
• Evaluating the cost efficiency of security inputs
• Planning for initiatives with lifecycle considerations, warranties, and preventive maintenance
• Conducting investigations using industry-standard methods

Unit 5: Information Security

• Establishing security while ensuring public engagement with large crowds
• Breaking down components of the security management system
• Principles of VIP protection
• Identifying necessary resource requirements
• Integrating physical security with information security technologies