By the end of this programme, participants will:
- Gain a Comprehensive Understanding of Security Management Systems (SeMS) – Learn the principles, components, and benefits of SeMS, stripping away complexity and demystifying its implementation.
- Enhance Security Governance and Compliance – Explore ICAO and UK SeMS frameworks, ensuring alignment with international standards while integrating SeMS into existing security protocols.
- Develop a Strong Security Culture and Leadership Commitment – Understand the role of leadership in fostering a proactive security culture, ensuring accountability, and embedding security into daily operations.
- Strengthen Risk Assessment and Incident Response Strategies – Learn practical approaches to identifying security risks, managing incidents, and continuously improving security resilience.
- Implement Change Management and Continuous Improvement in SeMS – Develop the skills to manage organizational changes, mitigate security risks, and create a sustainable framework for ongoing improvement.
- Apply Practical Tools for SeMS Implementation – Engage in hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world applications to create a structured and effective SeMS tailored to your organization.
DAY 1
Introduction to Security Management Systems (SeMS)
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- Overview of SeMS: purpose, principles, and benefits
- The role of SeMS in corporate security assurance
- Understanding the ICAO and UK SeMS frameworks
- Key SeMS components: governance, risk management, and accountability
- Case study: Identifying gaps in current security practices
- Exercise: Defining SeMS objectives for your organization
DAY 2
Culture, Accountability, and Leadership in SeMS
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- Building a security-focused culture: leadership’s role in SeMS
- Management commitment and fostering accountability in security operations
- Developing a security policy aligned with SeMS principles
- Training and education strategies for embedding SeMS across teams
- Effective security communication for organizational buy-in
- Case study: Evaluating successful security leadership models
- Exercise: Drafting key clauses for a security policy
DAY 3
Strengthening Security Operations and Risk Management
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- Risk assessment methodologies and threat identification
- Incident response frameworks: reporting, investigation, and learning
- Resource allocation for optimal security effectiveness
- Quality assurance in SeMS: audits, monitoring, and performance evaluation
- Crisis management and contingency planning
- Case study: Lessons learned from past security incidents
- Exercise: Developing a risk assessment framework for an aviation entity
DAY 4
Implementation and Change Management in SeMS
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- Steps for implementing a robust SeMS framework
- Managing organizational change while integrating SeMS
- Continuous improvement strategies for sustainable security practices
- Leveraging technology and data analytics in SeMS
- Collaboration between industry stakeholders and regulators
- Case study: Overcoming challenges in SeMS adoption
- Exercise: Drafting an implementation plan for a SeMS project
DAY 5
Practical Application and Finalizing Your SeMS Project
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- Reviewing SeMS project governance and best practices
- Measuring SeMS effectiveness: KPIs and performance monitoring
- Industry-specific SeMS considerations (airports, airlines, cargo, regulators)
- Finalizing the SeMS workbook and project plan
- Case study: Real-world application of SeMS in aviation security
- Exercise: Presenting a customized SeMS strategy for your organization
