international security studies
The field of study that examine the origin, the actions and the termination of conflicts.
Security consultants provide security services to clients and individuals that help them preventing, planning and mitigating threats such as terrorism, espionage, theft, and violence to their organisation, including the buildings, operations, and employees. The services they provide depend on their clients' security needs and requirements and may include services such as threat analysis, security risk management, security programme development.
Competences and skills
39 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
1 competenceconsultation methods
Techniques used to facilitate clear and open communication and the provision of advice between individuals, communities or the government, such as discussion groups or one-on-one interviews.
Cross-sector
5 competencesassessment of risks and threats
The security documentation and any security-related communications and information.
digital
security engineering
Interdisciplinary field of study that focuses on the realisation of secure systems and the technology to protect individuals or information from malice, errors, or unauthorized access. It involves defining security protection requirements, processes, and methods to ensure the resilience of systems and data.
security of assets legislation
The current relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice in the field of protecting private and public assets.
security threats
Types of cyber or physical security threats to public and private security such as unauthorised entry, aggressive behaviour, molestation, robbery, theft, hacking, malware, phishing, identity theft, assault, kidnapping, murder and public demonstration.
surveillance methods
Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.
Essential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesadvice on security risk management
Provide advice on security risk management policies and prevention strategies and their implementation, being aware of the different kinds of security risks a specific organisation faces.
advise on strengthening security
Provide information and guidance to clients on how to prevent security threats and incidents.
ensure public safety and security
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
maintain relationship with customers
Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with customers in order to ensure satisfaction and fidelity by providing accurate and friendly advice and support, by delivering quality products and services and by supplying after-sales information and service.
write security reports
Compile data on inspections, patrols and security incidents into a report for management purposes.
Cross-sector
9 competencesassess risks of clients' assets
Identify, evaluate and determine the actual and potential risks of your clients’ assets, considering confidentiality standards.
create solutions to problems
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.
ensure compliance with legal requirements
Guarantee compliance with established and applicable standards and legal requirements such as specifications, policies, standards or law for the goal that organisations aspire to achieve in their efforts.
ensure law application
Ensure the laws are followed, and where they are broken, that the correct measures are taken to ensure compliance to the law and law enforcement.
identify security threats
Identify security threats during investigations, inspections, or patrols, and perform the necessary actions to minimise or neutralise the threat.
identify terrorism threats
Identify the possibility of terrorism activities posing threats and danger in a specific area by monitoring activities of potentially dangerous groups of people, assessing risks in different areas, and gathering intelligence.
liaise with security authorities
Respond quickly to security incidents and violations by calling the police and keep in touch with other relevant parties involved in the potential prosecution of the offender.
maintain customer service
Keep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requirements.
- Scope note
- Might include keeping the customers informed about the current status of their orders or waiting times.
use consulting techniques
Advise clients in different personal or professional matters.
Optional knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencescryptocurrency
Digital and encrypted currency or medium of exchange with decentralized network grounded on blockchain technology, since the value of the cryptocurrency is not managed or maintained by central authorities, as is the case with the Euro.
digital
legal requirements related to ammunition
Legal regulations and requirements in the field of selling, buying, handling and storing ammunition.
security in commercial buildings
Security procedures, characteristics, tasks and risks in commercial areas and institutions such as banks, malls, tourist spots, hotels and restaurants.
security in industrial buildings
Security procedures, characteristics, tasks and risks encountered in industrial areas such as factories, ports, warehouses and mines.
Cross-sector
3 competencescriminal law
The legal rules, constitutions and regulations applicable for the punishment of offenders.
fire safety regulations
The legal rules to be applied for fire safety and fire prevention in a facility.
security panels
The internal logic of the security panel, where security sensors send their data for processing. The different components of the panel, such as the wire contact points, motherboard and transformer.
Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceadvise on security staff selection
Provide advice in the selection and recruitment of staff members in order to maintain and ensure the security and safety of the client.
Sector-specific
4 competencescoordinate security
Organise the personal, technical and organizational security requirements.
maintain facility security systems
Ensure that proper and functional security systems are in place, including alarm systems, fire alarms, sprinklers and emergency exits.
provide emergency advice
Provide advice in first aid, fire rescue and emergency situations for employees on the site.
train security officers
Instruct, train and further educate security officers.
Cross-sector
6 competencesapply conflict management
Take ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. Be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and be able to deal with a problematic gambling situation in a professional manner with maturity and empathy.
build business relationships
Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.
check official documents
Check an individuals' official documentation, such as driver's licenses and identification, to ensure compliance with legal regulations, and to identify and assess individuals.
handle surveillance equipment
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
provide emergency training
Provide training and development in first aid, fire rescue and emergency situations for employees on the site.
undertake inspections
Undertake safety inspections in areas of concern to identify and report potential hazards or security breaches; take measures to maximise safety standards.