Securing the Scientific Community
ICARAS Consultants was engaged by an organisation in the scientific community to deliver comprehensive Protective Security Consultation services across its nationwide network of facilities. These sites housed highly sensitive materials, including biohazards and evidence for criminal cases. Our work encompassed site visits, audits, reviews, governance, and Physical Security Threat Assessments, all aligned with the New Zealand Government’s Protective Security Requirements (PSR) framework.
Our objective was to enhance the organisation’s understanding of its security and safety risks, strengthen its duty of care to employees, clients, and visitors, and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate vulnerabilities.
Key Actions and Deliverables
Nationwide Site Visits: Conducted protective security assessments for all laboratories and assets.
Detailed Site Reports: Provided summaries of assessed threats, identified vulnerabilities, and proportionate risk mitigation measures for each facility.
Organisational Overview Report: Highlighted key security risks, including policy, procedures, physical security, security culture, training, alert levels, zoning, and incident response.
Security Policy Review: Evaluated information and personnel security, offering observations and recommendations.
Risk Mitigation Guidance: Delivered actionable recommendations to reduce risks to acceptable levels.
Security Education and Training: Provided advice on staff training to foster a robust security culture.
Implementation Support: Assisted in executing several risk-mitigation measures.
Impact and Expertise
This programme equipped the organisation with a clear understanding of its security risks and a tailored strategy to enhance its protective security posture. It underscores ICARAS’s expertise in delivering specialised security solutions for high-stakes environments in the science and technology sectors.
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