In issue 36 we examine a host of existing threats currently on the radar of most security operatives while engaged in their professional duties. We look at: Zero day vulnerabilities in the wake of recent cyber attack’s. We look at the threats posed by both terrorists and criminals and how to best defend against them. Russia can be a complex operating environment but with the World Cup less than a year away we take a closer look at the challenges that await. In this edition we also consider the soft skills which separate a good operator from an average one.
MANCHESTER & THE U.S. MEDIA’S DANGEROUS DOUBLE STANDARD
The British security services are fuming, and rightly so. The minutes, hours and days immediately following a terrorist incident are crucial for apprehending members of the terrorist network before they flee the country and for thwarting attacks which may be imminent. Leaking and publishing details of an investigation during this narrow window undermines those efforts and jeopardizes public safety.
TASK, THREAT, ENVIRONMENT
Task, threat and environment.’ This is a mindset that goes beyond situational awareness, knowledge, or even foresight but rather a collection of them all into a cycle which must be constantly in rotation.
Issue 35
In this issue we’re leading with a great article from Orlando Wilson who offers advice on how to stay ahead of the threat by thinking like a criminal. In ‘Trouble Ahead’ Joel Whittaker reports from the front line on the desperate situation in Mosul. From his in-depth analysis of recent attacks, Mark ‘six’ James delivers a fantastic article on how to stay safe when confronted with an active shooter situation at an airport. Elsewhere, we consider the Task, Threat & Environment mindset, Elijah Shaw shares a unique moment from a glittering career and finally, we look at the increasing need for church security. All this plus our regular features make for a packed and informative issue of your favourite magazine for security professionals.
Security Systems For Business
How To Choose The Best System For You.
As a business owner, your mind can only be put fully at ease when you are certain that your business assets are secure from potential thefts. Whatever the size of the business, whether it is small or large, retail or commercial, it is guaranteed to have a range of valuable assets like computer systems, data and other expensive items that are at risk of theft.
Working a Political Convention
These political conventions occur only once every four years but it’s scale and magnitude are pretty staggering, involving everything from the United States Secret Service to State and Local Law Enforcement.
Cyber-Security Offshore
Over the past few years we have seen many incidents of cyber-attacks in the maritime and offshore oil and gas sectors including the tilting of oil rigs, malware riddled platforms and even port facilities industrial controls systems being hacked. Despite these incidents there seems to be a distinct lack of awareness throughout organisations.
Protective Intelligence
Many protective service providers and law enforcement agencies have protective intelligence units that conduct investigations, manage threat assessments and provide tactical, operational and strategic analysis of the information they uncover. However, they may fail to utilize the contemporary collection and analysis methods used by today’s intelligence professionals but rather lean on the standard criminal investigation processes they have always performed.
Body-worn cameras gain global appeal
16 June 2016: Police forces from LA and London to Moscow and Sydney are accelerating the use of body-worn cameras with over 1 million in use by 2021, says a new Beecham Research report published this week. At the same time, the report points to new applications of body-worn cameras including use by prison […]
Be the Change You Want to See
Now is the perfect opportunity to train in different disciplines so that you are the complete package. Don’t wait until you’re unemployed to act. The time is NOW! Seize the opportunity and ‘be the change you want to see.’
Surveillance Tips for Investigations & Protective Intelligence
Surveillance is a skill learned best through experience, however tactics and techniques can also be improved via tips and tricks from seasoned practitioners. This article contains some very effective tactics, techniques and procedures for conducting surveillance investigations, for both private investigators as well as for protective intelligence assignments.
The Problem with Selfies
We have all heard the old saying, “Pictures are worth a thousand words,” so who wants an autograph, when a photo with your favorite celebrity conveys much more perceived authenticity? This also has value in the arena of SOCIAL capital.
Issue 34
In this issue we’re using psychology to explore how we might maintain better alertness when engaged on a task. Understanding how the brain works in moments of high stress may help us hone our awareness. We’ve got sound advice for you on matters ranging from, how to chose the right security system, best practices for communications security and how to chose the right body armour for an assignment. In this issue you’ll also learn how to treat a paediatric patient, employ methods for recovery after a traumatic incident and how to get the most out of your developmental training.
Issue 33
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