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Member Benefits & Discounts

Access to the Security Benevolent Fund
Access to our Professional Development platform
Access to the Mentoring Portal
Free posting of vacancies on our Jobs Board
Membership of the London Chamber of Commerce including legal advice, events and hot desking
£20 member credit plus 1 CPD point for introducing a new member (once their validation is complete)
Free subscription to Professional Security magazine
Free entry to CSARN events
VIP access to major security exhibitions
10% off TCSM and covert services from Esoteric Ltd.
10% off on any PerpetuityARC Training course
10% off group bookings of 5 or more on SyI quals
10% off on Tavcom Training security systems training courses
Around 50% off bi-monthly business meetings hosted by Association of Security Consultants
10% off services from QCC Interscan
Free system audit & GDPR advice from Dallmeier UK, along with discounts on any new equipment
Free in-house training on Paxton systems or generic access control.

Vision, Mission, Aims

The Security Institute’s vision is to be recognised as the leading professional body for security; with a mission to inspire, inform and influence professional excellence for the benefit of our members, the security community and wider society. We are committed to providing an exceptional membership experience, with aims to:

Promote lifelong learning, professional development and qualification in security
Recognise competence through peer review and validation of our members
Support networking and the exchange of knowledge, information and best practice
Promote standards and ethics and make a valuable contribution to society through innovation
Collaborate with government, academic bodies and other organisations to influence policy
Enhance the reputation and understanding of the security discipline, providing a powerful unifying voice.

Cyber Essentials PLUS

We are thrilled to announce that we have now been awarded with
our Cyber Essentials PLUS certificate – adding extra levels of assurance
to our members on the security of our systems and the data that we hold.

About

We are the UK’s largest professional membership body for security professionals, with over 2,700 members to date.
Since 2000 we have been working to promote the highest possible standards of integrity and professional competence in the business of security.

Whatever you are looking to achieve in your security career, membership of the Security Institute can help you exceed your goals. Click HERE to read more information on becoming a Security Institute member.

Click HERE to read our Governance documents.

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25

Feb

Cyber and Convergence Special Interest Group (CCSIG) Meet-up

Government Digital Service, 10 Whitechapel High Street, London, E1 8QS

The Cyber and Convergence Special Interest Group (CCSIG) is being launched by The Security Institute for the Membership, in gaining a better understanding of Security Ecosystem. The day will allow the community to shape the years programmes, the SIG Strategy, voting will take place for key roles and responsibilities. There will be a huge emphasis on convergence, with conversation and discussions in accordance to Chatham House Rules. The event will include a presentation from a leading expert, and we are expecting leaders across the UK to be present. Guests are expected from Cabinet Office, NCSC, Barclays, Mazuhu Bank, City of London Corporation, Internal Audit Agency, FCA, PWC BSI and ofGem, There will also be an opportunity for Security Institute Members to join the CCSIG there and then electronically. The current agenda is as follows:

16:00 - Introduction
16:10 - Competition with prize
16:20 - Insights Update (presentation)
16:35 - Request for Information (survey)
17:05 - Volunteering (Voting)
17:20 - Close
17:30 - Social Drinks (Venue to be confirmed)

NB: The CCSIG can welcome Security Institute Members and an accompanying guest for this inaugural event. Agenda and venue are subject to change - advance notice will be provided.

26

Feb

CPD Seminar - Perimeter Security & HVM

CPD

Institute of Directors, 116 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ED

CPD Seminar with Zaun- Perimeter Security & HVM, the holistic approach

A networking and CPD event with market leaders in perimeter security. Zaun Group and partners are presenting and demonstrating products and expertise in delivering high security solutions from temporary and permanent fencing and barriers for major events such as Commonwealth Games to high security perimeter security and detection solutions for prisons, utilities and other CNI sites. Running order:

Rick Mounfield - Introduction
CPNI - Richard, presenting on Permanent HVM security
John Marshall, TSP, presenting the PSSA approved CPD on temporary HVM security
Russ Phillips (TBC), National Barrier Asset, presenting the importance of the NBA and what they do
BRE - Tommy, presenting on the work that BRE do in testing security products for permanent solutions
Zaun - Moheez Ali, presenting on the overall security solutions that can be provided and the various applications they are suitable for.

This event has been sponsored by Zaun.

27

Feb

SW Region CPD Event

CPD

Frazer-Nash Consultancy, Narrow Quay House, Prince Street, Bristol, BS1 4AQ

This inaugural Joint CPNI and SyI South West regional networking and CPD event will focus upon a topical and emergent security risk, that of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) (or "drones") risks that is now out of the realm of science fiction and novelty and very much impacting on every day life. Featuring presenters from CPNI and industry, we will explore the latest HM Government advice, and look at a range of practical countermeasures and case studies form commercial and defence sectors. The prevalence of UAV threats impacts on many aspects of security risk management across a very broad range of sectors within the security industry. Examples include, but are not limited to: Critical National Infrastructure; public safety; sporting events; retail; prisons; and hostile reconnaissance. This event is open to: (a) members (at any level) of the Security Institute; (b) Chartered Security professionals (CSyP), and; (c) members (at any level) of the CPNI Register of Security & Engineering Specialists (RSES) with priority given to those based in the SW Region. [There may be a small selection of consumer drones on display (TBC)] Sponsored by Dallmeier.

13

Mar

Members Lunch

The Counting House, 50 Cornhill, London, EC3V 3PD

Come and find out what's available in your Institute, how to access it, and let's get to know each other. This event will be hosted by the membership engagement team, and diaries permitting you will be able to meet some of the elected Board and existing members, as well as new members. You'll be given a name badge but we suggest you bring a supply of business cards to swap! There'll be a drink on arrival and a short presentation, then we'll grab some lunch and an optional glass or two. This event is for Security Institute members only and numbers are limited. This is open to all members - the more the merrier and a perfect networking opportunity!

You can earn 2 formal CPD points for attending this event.

14

Mar

CSyP Application Workshop

CPD

Corps Security, Market House, 85 Cowcross Street, London, EC1M 6PF

Kick off your personal development by becoming a Chartered Security Professional. Joining this workshop will help you learn the best way to complete and submit your application, so that the admittance process is as easy as possible for you and us.

Learn about the steps your application will follow
Gain a good understanding of the competencies we are looking for
What you should and shouldn't put on your Application Form
Meet Interview Assessors and hear practice questions

There will be an interactive workshop, where you will be able to receive one to one advice on making a successful application to the Register. Applicants are encouraged to bring copies of qualification and training certificates / letters of support / examples of work etc. to discuss with the assessors and administrators. At the end of this workshop you should feel confident to complete your application, and have a better understanding of the application process and timescales, and what CSyP can do for you. If you have any questions, please contact Di Thomas on 07879 330818 or di@security-institute.org

You can earn 4 formal CPD points for attending this event.

19

Mar

CPD Seminar with Virgin Money - Security Matters

CPD

Virgin Money, Jubilee House, Gosforth, NE3 4PL

An afternoon of presentations focusing on the convergence of physical and cyber security in our increasingly connected society and its complex exposure to blended threats, with presentations covering the importance of secure identification of individuals and its many applications. Physical security in the cloud, the importance of cyber security in the physical world, the human machine interface and counter espionage. Programme: 1400 - 1430: Gavin Saul (Technical Surveillance Countermeasures and associated threats) 1430 - 1500: Argus TrueID | Boston Group 1545 - 1615: Vodaphone - Physical security systems within the cyber space 1615 - 1645: Phil Jackman 1715 - 1815: Networking opportunity Ticket Prices: Members: £20 Non-Members: £25

21

Mar

CSyP Presentation Dinner

Central Criminal Court of England & Wales (Old Bailey), London, EC4M 7EH

Tickets: £110 for CSyPs / £130 for all other guests. Lord Carlile CBE QC, Chairman of the Chartered Security Professionals Registration Authority invites you to join him for this annual celebration of the Register of Chartered Security Professionals. Come and join us as we visit the oldest criminal court in the world for our annual dinner and certificate presentation. The evening will include:

Drinks Reception
Formal 4-course dinner with wines
VIP Guest Speaker (TBC)
Presentation of Certificates to new Chartered Security Professionals
Networking with senior security figures and fellow CSyPs

Kindly sponsored by Dallmeier.

23

Apr

Fellowship Lunch

SOCIAL

The Sunborn London Yacht, Docklands, London

See a different side of the most exciting city in the world from the deck of a luxurious superyacht. Come and meet other FSyIs and enjoy excellent networking. This event is for FSyIs ONLY to encourage friendship and challenging debate. It is a way to help shape activity in the Institute by sharing your ideas in a closed forum. After a business update from SyI a delicious 3-course meal will be served in the stunning superyacht's 'West India' room in a fantastic location with views of the River Thames. To dine at Sunborn London is to embark on a journey of discovery, and to luxuriate all of your senses. From the plate design to the lighting, there’s little doubt that you will encounter many of the city’s most striking and elegant spaces. Of course there will be a welcome drink to kick things off, and a glass of wine with the meal. Menu:

Glass of Prosecco on Arrival
Glass of wine during the meal

Starters

Ham hock terrine, piccalilli & toasted sour doug
or Cream of celeriac soup, truffle (V)

Main Course

Roasted Corn Fed chicken Supreme, pomme puree, green beans, heritage carrot, tarragon sauce
or Wild mushroom & butternut squash risotto, toasted pumpkin seeds & sage (V)

Dessert

Sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch sauce & vanilla ice-cream

30

Apr

Security Institute Annual General Meeting 2019

CPD

El Alamein Room, Victory Services Club, 63-79 Seymour Street, London, W2 2HF

Booking are now open for our 2019 AGM! We hold a meeting each year which every member is welcome to attend, along with any guests or potential members. The meeting is about The Security Institute - what we've achieved in 2018, how your subscription fees have been spent and what our plans are for 2019. Although its a formal meeting, the presentations are interesting and informative and its your opportunity to ask questions and gain a better understanding of all things "Institute". Presentations will be given by the Chairman, the Chief Executive and there will be voting for the new Board of Directors. Details of how to nominate and support potential new Directors, or how to vote if you can't attend in person, will be circulated separately. After the meeting formalities we will be announcing our latest Corporate Partners and celebrating another successful year in the Institute with a drink or two. The SyI HQ team will be there to support the Board of Directors, and we look forward to welcoming you to this FREE CPD event. Score 4 Formal CPD points.

Booking Terms

Unless otherwise stated:

Full payment is required before attending an event
Provisional bookings are not confirmed until payment is received
A full refund is available for cancellations received 10 working days prior to the event
Photographs may be taken. Your image may appear on our website and/or be used in marketing material by ourselves and our Event Sponsors
A maximum of 5 ‘Inclusive Membership’ bookings will be taken per event
Member credit may be used towards ticket prices.

Members are notified of upcoming events through the Institute’s weekly eNews bulletins and via our social media

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The Team

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Charity

Every year the Security Institute Chairman chooses a charity partner that the Institute supports. This year we are proud to support Send a Cow.

Send a Cow was set up by a group of Christian dairy farmers from the UK in 1988. Outraged at EU milk quotas, which were forcing them to slaughter healthy dairy cows, and in response to an appeal from Uganda for milk, they embarked on a project, which was set to become an innovative and practical charity. Uganda was just emerging from a long civil war, communities and their farmland had been destroyed and much of the country’s livestock wiped out. Several of the UK farmers flew to Africa to investigate how they could help.

In 2017 the charity Emerge Poverty Free merged with Send a Cow. Together they support even more families in Africa, empowering them to secure their own futures and helping them to lift themselves from poverty.

Read more about Send a Cow and how you can support the charity through fundraising and donations HERE.

Our Sponsors

A special thanks to the following organisations who are sponsoring events in our 2019 Security Institute calendar.

Our Supporters

The following businesses share the beliefs and ideals of the Security Institute and either formally or informally support the Institute through a variety of activities.

Learn more about ASW Bundesverband on their website HERE.

In the Press
'UK Security Commonwealth – A coming of age and ready to move to the next phase' by Andrea Berkoff, City Security magazine

The Security Institute & ITN Productions proudly present

Creating a security culture

The Security Institute and ITN Productions have produced a news and current affairs style programme hosted by national newsreader Natasha Kaplinksy. ‘Creating a Security Culture’ brings to life the vital security sector through compelling interviews, reports and sponsored editorial profiles form leading organisations.

‘Creating a Security Culture’ looks closely at how and what makes us feel safe online, in the workplace and during a day out.

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