Matthew Benson
APS 210
12 April 2013
Writing Assignment #2
Physical Security Technology Selection
Introduction. Special Operations Security Solutions has developed a physical security plan at the request of a managing business partner. This Physical Security plan was developed for the safeguarding of information requiring protection in the interests of national security. It primarily pertains to classified national security information, now known as classified information, but also addresses controlled unclassified information, to include for official use only and sensitive but unclassified. The parameters provided are as follows. * 30,000 square foot facility in a rural area * Requirement for Secret and Confidential
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Outdoor barriers comprise of fences, walls, vehicle barriers, and exterior doors. Barriers must perform three functions * Define- provide clear boundary markings of the area to be protected * Delay- Delay unwanted traffic, but not necessarily stop it * Direct- direct traffic to proper entrances
Locks Proper locks in this facility are a necessity. Strong, solid doors are needed as well as appropriate locking mechanisms. The most secure locks can be defeated without a equally secure door. Under no circumstances should cylindrical locks be used as they are often the least secure. Unit locks provide excellent security if traditional locks are to be used. Areas containing classified materials should be reinforced with additional locking mechanisms such as deadbolts. Classified materials must be stored in approved security containers. GSA approved security measure and equipment; to include locks should be installed.
Lighting Considerations Lighting is an important security measure; not only does it create a psychological deterrent to intrusion and enable detection, it also makes the business more attractive, promotes safety and improves employee moral. Adequate lighting is an effective crime control method. For the parking area, 1-2 Foot-candles of illumination is recommended. The facility entrance requires at least 5 foot-candles of illumination, with a 1 foot-candles illumination
There is such a range of people walking the grounds (including visitors, visitors’ guests, college students, training staff, supervising staff, and contract workers) that ensuring proper security is important.
Physical security can be very complex, as the evolution of technology changes on a daily basis. The dual role concept is a dilemma that poses a constant struggle within the agency. The ability to maintain consistency with technological advancements utilizing physical security practices of the past is a significant challenge that FPS faces. Another area of concern is the complexity of security and the deficiency of training. Advancements in technology necessitate training advancements. From the initial understanding of basic alarm theory covering the simplistic concept and design of an intrusion detection system (IDS), to a system that is virtually state of the art in capability and technical
Safety: All entry doors should be lockable to prevent any un wanted visititors but also allow for an easy exit in the case of an emergency.
(TCO 6) Many believe that the most important physical security control is _____. (Points : 5)
Explain how the types of security measures work to contribute to maintain the security of people, premises and property.
What is the organizations overall stance? Should the Perimeter be more permissive or restrictive in its use?
The focus of this assessment is to identify safety concerns about the physical structures of the University of Texas at San Antonio Downtown campus. Throughout the assessment there were several safety issues that were noted those which include but are not limited to lack of ramps, proximity of buildings, placement of cameras, parking lot safety, place of emergency evacuation chairs, placements of fire extinguishers and AED’s. It is very important to be aware of safety concerns students, faculty, and staff may encounter to keep the university not only safe but also secure.
Creation of specific plans, policies and procedures covering safety and security matters at SLC as a whole are not yet a reality. They certainly are a realistic probability in the near future; and should be. In the meantime, several topics and issues independent of such elements are available for sharing with SLC staff
It is very important to secure all your sensitive equipment and items, and maintain accountability. The reason simply is to keep very important high cost
Safeguarding - is to protect all the children against abuse, maltreatment, neglect, unfair treatment and violence.
increased its efforts in protecting its airports. At that time, “the security scanners already in place in most airports included baggage x-rays, metal detectors, and chemical residue detectors, which help security staff search out illegal items that a passenger might have” (DiLascio). These security scanners unfortunately failed in their job. Since then, the Transportation Security Administration has been keeping American airports safe using the latest technology. Airports have now been fitted with high-tech body scanners rather than the archaic metal detectors that only detect metal objects. During the past few years, individuals have attacked the
Customer Needs- Security systems are required by people to0 keep their homes safe, it gives them a sense of safety for their personal belongings, when they are away from their home.
The reader will become familiarised with the term risk and it definitions from specifically the ISO 31000 standard of risk management and also the definition of risk from the criminology crime triangle. Which one of these two definitions that are the most suitable for usage within the security industry will be discussed and evaluated. How and why consequence is important when assessing risk priorities and determining where to allocate resources will be examined and answered.
The purpose for an IT security policy is to provide “strategy, policy, and standards regarding the security of and operations in cyberspace, and encompasses the full range of threat reduction, vulnerability reduction, deterrence, international engagement, incident response, resiliency, and recovery policies and activities, including computer network operations, information assurance, law enforcement, diplomacy, military, and intelligence missions as they relate to the security and stability of the global information and communications infrastructure” ("Cyberspace policy RevIew", 2016).
A threat agent is the facilitator of an attack however; a threat is a constant danger to an asset.