{"id":10918,"date":"2021-11-04T08:44:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-04T08:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citysecuritymagazine.com\/?p=10918"},"modified":"2024-04-03T14:38:18","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T13:38:18","slug":"focus-on-csyp-john-conaghan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citysecuritymagazine.com\/security-careers\/focus-on-csyp-john-conaghan\/","title":{"rendered":"Focus on CSyP: John Conaghan"},"content":{"rendered":"

Focus on a Chartered Security Professional: John Conaghan<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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John Conaghan CSyP shares his journey to becoming a Chartered Security Professional.<\/em><\/p>\n

Tell us about your early career<\/strong><\/h4>\n

I chose a career in policing because it was aligned with my personal values and I saw it as a role which would challenge me and give me a structured career path, but I didn\u2019t realise when I joined just how much I would enjoy it, or for how long I would be part of it.<\/p>\n

I served over 30 years with British Transport Police, based in London, in a variety of uniform and detective roles, concluding my service as Chief Superintendent, Head of Specialist Operations.<\/p>\n

Why did you decide to move to the security sector?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

I am excited to be taking the next step in my career, as I launch my business and aim to use my skills and experience to help others manage risk. The security sector was a natural fit for my experience which lends itself to managing crime and terrorism risk. I believe I am well-placed to help businesses assess vulnerability and evaluate risk to develop effective plans, processes and training, enabling managers and staff to mitigate risk effectively.<\/p>\n

Whilst I believe I have much to offer, I\u2019m also looking to broaden my knowledge base, learning from professionals already established in the sector. My policing experience in the transport sector provides a good backdrop for advising on proportionate security measures in the commercial operating environment but I am conscious of the need to ensure I achieve a smooth transition.<\/p>\n

Why did you become a CSyP?<\/h4>\n

I applied to the register of Chartered Security Professionals for a number of reasons. Firstly, CSyP is recognised as the \u2018gold standard\u2019 for security professionals \u2013 a select body of experienced, skilled individuals who are operating to the highest standards. Admission is via a stringent selection process, designed to identify high calibre candidates, all of which appealed to my sense of professionalism.<\/p>\n

Secondly, the application process highlighted the breadth of my relevant, transferrable skills and provided further validation of the experience I had gained during my policing career.<\/p>\n

Thirdly, I always placed high importance on continuing professional development throughout my career and still do. There is a requirement to maintain continuing professional development to remain on the CSyP register, which aligns with my own approach to maintaining professional competence.<\/p>\n

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, CSyP is a community of highly experienced professionals, from whom I hope to learn and develop. There is a rich vein of information, help and advice available to members to enhance professional knowledge.<\/p>\n

What advice would you give others beginning or developing a career in security?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

I believe this is a good time to be joining the sector. Businesses continue to face a range of evolving security threats, which call for effective but proportionate measures.<\/p>\n

Terrorism remains a key consideration and is likely to be a principal factor in security management for the foreseeable future. The forthcoming \u2018Protect\u2019 duty is likely to drive further demand and I am keen to support businesses as they grapple with this new legislation, helping them protect their patrons and employees.<\/p>\n

For those considering a move to the security sector, I would say consider your skill set and think about how transferable this is. You may be surprised just how applicable your \u2018niche\u2019 experience is to the private security industry. I benefitted greatly from the advice of colleagues who are already well established in the sector, and I\u2019d encourage others to do likewise \u2013 well-informed advice is a gift, so accept it when offered!<\/p>\n

Find out more about becoming a Chartered Security Professional<\/a><\/p>\n

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