Asial Security Insider

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Alex Webling about ways security managers and departments can use the science of behavioural economics to drive positive security outcomes. Alex Webling is the Director of Resilience Outcomes Australia, a consultancy helping business and government meet their strategic challenges in organisational and cyber resilience, security governance, privacy and information security. Alex is a member of the Standards Australia Board on Security and Resilience (MB-025), international rapporteur for resilience for the ISO technical committee 292 (Security and Resilience), Australian Liaison to JTC1 on the ISO 27000 Information Security Management Standard family and an Associate of the Australian Risk Policy Institute.  He has been a Gateway reviewer since 2014. Until 2012, Alex was a senior executive in the Australian Government. He was the Foundation Director of the Government computer emergency response team (CERT). As Head of Protective Security Po

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Tony Keane Head of Integrity and Security for the AFL (Australian Football League). What does it take to move 2500 players, staff, officials and family members interstate, and then ensure the safety and security of those people during one of the worst global health crises in modern memory, to enable the 2020 AFL season to proceed? Tony shares his experiences from 2020 providing insight into the role that security played in enabling the last year's AFL season and why the season may not have gone ahead without the aid of private security.  

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Julian Claxton about the recent security breach of the Capitol building in the US and the possible security implications. What sorts of threats might a breach of this type entail and what can organisations learn from this experience to help enhance their own security? Julian is a Behavioural Scientist with specific expertise in the provision of technical surveillance countermeasures, credibility assessments, strategic security planning, and counterespionage. Julian holds a Master's Degree (MSc.) in Communication, Behaviour and Credibility Analysis, a Postgraduate Diploma in Behavioural Analysis and Investigative Interviewing with a focus on identifying deceptive behaviour amongst trusted insiders.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Melissa Harries, a registered Psychologist and Founder of Mindset Psychology. An experienced Workplace Psychologist with a demonstrated history of occupational mental health in Defence, local government and private industries, Melissa is also part owner of the security provider Mindset Securities. Through her involvement with her own security business, and drawing on her experience as a registered psychologist, Melissa shares with us her unique insights into the challenges of maintaining a mentally healthy and stable workforce within the security industry.  We also examine how and why frontline security personnel are especially vulnerable to mental health challenges, and some preventative strategies that security managers can use to keep staff healthy and safe.

In this episode of the ASIAL Insider Podcast, we speak with Jim O'Brien, National Manager Security at Linfox Armaguard Pty Ltd and Matt Sykes, General Manager Strategy at Prosegur about the impact of the COVID 19 Pandemic on the use of cash in our economy. What are some of the main myths and misconceptions around the use of cash during COVID 19? Is cash still important, and if so why? And could COVID be the end of cash?

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Neil Fergus, Chief Executive Officer of Intelligent Risks. Over the last two decades, Neil and his team have provided specialist planning, strategic and operational services to over 60 international mega and major events including eight Olympic Games, six Commonwealth Games, three FIFA World Cups and numerous other major events, such as the Asian, Pan-American and South American (Odesur) Games; Rugby World Cups; and various APEC Leader and NATO Summits.  

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Jacqui Loustau, Founder of the Australian Women In Security Network and seasoned cybersecurity leader and professional. We speak with Jacqui about the changes occurring in the Australian security market, the challenges around attracting women to the security profession and how the security industry is meeting and overcoming that challenge.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with innovation and strategy consultant Mark Hawkins about ways security companies can take their business to the next level. What is innovation? How does it apply to security and what kinds of things can security companies do to change, pivot or reimagine the way they are doing business with a view to remaining relevant in a rapidly changing market. With Degrees from Melbourne University, Harvard Business School and Oxford University, Mark has worked with some of the largest organisations in the Australia including Coca Cola, General Electric, Aon Risk, Australia Post, Dulux, KPMG, Suncorp, CommBank and Coles to name just a few. He specialises in helping organisations create and enhance competitive advantage by developing and implementing effective, tangible and measurable strategies that focus on customer-driven innovation, business model innovation and the development of sustainable competitive advantage.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Chris Miller, Pandemic Recovery, Emergency & Business Continuity Manager at B4Crisis. Chris is a Recipient of the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) Australasia Industry Personality Award (2018) and was named as one of the top 20 Influencers in Security and Fire in 2019 by IFSEC Global. Chris has worked with a wide variety of  Australian Government agencies including ACT Health and FACS NSW emergency management covering response, recovery & planning as well as having consulted with a range of private, public and 'not for profit' organisations and was involved in writing in Australia’s current pandemic response plans. We speak with Chris about the road forward as we emerge from the second wave of the Corona Virus pandemic. What will security companies need to to do to ensure the safety of staff and their organisation over the next 12 months? When might we see a vaccine? How effective might that be? What might the next six months look

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we hear from Kate Carnell. Kate is one of Australia’s most experienced business leaders. She is the current  Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO). Prior to taking one her current role, Kate was CEO of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which represents more than 300,000 businesses across Australia. She has also held the position of Chief Executive Officer at beyondblue, the Australian Food and Grocery Council, the Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) and the National Association of Forest Industries (NAFI). In today’s podcast, Kate provides some very timely, practical and extremely useful advice for small to medium sized businesses in the security industry about how to manage their way through the current COVID environment. This is invaluable advice from one of Australia’s leading and most experienced business minds and is highly relevant for ASIAL members. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Security In

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Dr Malcom Davis, a Senior Analyst in Defence Strategy and Capability with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI). Dr Davies provides insight into China's recent actions, why this presents challenges with regard to the use of Chinese manufactured security equipment at sensitive sites around Australia and why Australia needs to look at ways to reboot its own the manufacturing capabilities. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the views and opinions expressed during this podcast represent the opinions of the relevant guest and do not represent the views or opinions of ASIAL or its members, advertisers or contributors.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Professor Raina MacIntyre, Head of the Biosecurity Research Program at the Kirby Institute. What can we expect with regard to the current pandemic over the coming months? How can security companies better protect staff in these challenging times and are we likely to experience further, similar outbreaks in the future?

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we discuss International Security Officer's Day (ISOD) which takes place on the 24th of July every year. Our guest this episode is Jason Brown, National Security Director for Thales. Jason was one of the original founders of International Security Officers Day working with George Chin to promote and drive this initiative out to countries across the Globe. Now celebrated in countries such as the UK, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Thailand, Macau, India and Indonesia to name just a few, Jason explains what is ISOD? How did it come about? Why you should celebrate it and how can you and get involved? Whether you run a security company, use security services or work in the industry, this is day that the entire security industry should get behind and celebrate.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Darren Taylor of PMT Solutions, an award with security systems integration company, and Joe Paravizzini, former lecturer in Security Electronics at Box Hill Tafe, about the current challenges in the electronic security space. Specifically, we talk about the shortage of qualified installation staff and why it is proving to be difficult to get new, qualified people into the industry at a rate that keeps pace with demand.

In this Episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we examine the various awards open to members of the security industry. We speak with Damian McMeekin and Tony Zalewski of the Australian Security Medals Foundation, Martin Gill of the Outstanding Security Performance Awards and John Fleming of ASIAL about the ASIAL Awards for Excellence. What are these various awards? What is the purpose of the awards? Which awards are appropriate to which sectors of the industry and how can people go about getting involved? People interested in finding out more about the awards, or nominating a colleague can visit https://www.asial.com.au/events/event/2020-Security-Awards-How-to-Nominate

On Thursday 21 May, 2020, the Federal Court upheld the WorkPac vs Skene 2018, when it decided that a casual mine worker who had regular and predictable shifts was entitled to the same benefits as a permanent member of staff, including accrued annual leave pay. What does this potentially mean for the security industry? In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Chris Delaney, ASIAL's workplace relations advisor, about the potential impact of this decision on the security industry. What might it means for companies who hire casual staff? What can they do to minimise potential claims of a similar nature to the recent court case and what should they be doing moving forward to reduce potential liability? The contents of this podcast do not constitute legal advice, are not intended to be a substitute for legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. All listeners should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any particular matters you or your organisation may h

In this episode of the Security Insider podcast, we speak with Dr Anthony Bergin and Don Williams about the recently released ASPI (Australian Strategic Policy Institute) report, From The Situation Room To The Boardroom, which looks at why corporate security is effectively national security. We discuss how some of the findings from the report relate to the impact of Coronavirus on Australia and what advice the report offers for how corporate Australia and the Australian Government might move forward to create a safer, more secure future for Australia. About The Guests Dr Bergin is a senior fellow with ASPI.  For 20 years Dr Bergin served as an academic at the Australian Defence Force Academy. From 1991-2003 he was the Director of the Australian Defence Studies Centre. He served for four years as an Adjunct Reader in Law at the ANU, where he taught international law. Dr Bergin has been a consultant to a wide range of public and private sector clients. Dr Bergin has written extensively on a wide range of nati

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider Podcast, we speak with Lynette Walsh, Regional Director at AON, Australia’s largest insurance broker and ASIAL partner for 20 years. Lynette discusses the findings of the 2019 AON Global Risk Management Survey which involved responses from more than 2,600 risk managers from 33 industries, representing small, medium and large-sized organisations operating in 60 countries. The aim of the survey is to identify key risks, trends and challenges facing organisations. Lynette Walsh Lynette has worked in a variety of roles in insurance broking throughout the past twenty years. Originally working part time in motor and personal lines insurances, she continued her career in corporate broking becoming a specialist in managing property, media and IT portfolios. Lynette has been the senior broking contact for various industries, each with their own unique risk requirements including complex liability, property, travel, marine personal accident and professional exposures. Ly

In this episode of the Security Insider podcast, we speak with Tony Vizza, Director of Cyber Security Advocacy ISC2, an international, nonprofit membership association for information security leaders. Tony examines the cyber security challenges for organisations trying to manage staff working from home during the current Coronavirus pandemic, and outlines some of the common pitfalls to help organisations avoid compromising their networks.

In this episode of the ASIAL Security Insider podcast, we speak with Jodi Oakman, Associate Professor and head of the Centre for Ergonomics and Human Factors at La Trobe University. Dr Oakman discusses some of the typical challenges most people encounter when transitioning to a work from home environment and how to avoid the most common mistakes people make with a view to remaining as productive as possible.