National Protective Security Authority (NPSA)

Protect your sensitive research, intellectual property and academic values.    International collaboration can pose risks to you and your institution’s reputation.    To help academics identify and mitigate security risks associated with research, NPSA, jointly with the National Cyber Security Centre, has developed a range of videos under the Trusted Research advice and guidance. These have been developed to help UK universities and research institutions make informed decisions about international collaboration. To find out more, visit the NPSA website https://lnkd.in/eqpa6Sfh #NPSA #NCSC

Today, the Five Eyes intelligence community launched Secure Innovation, a joint initiative aimed at safeguarding emerging technology companies from national security threats. This collaborative security guidance demonstrates the increased commitment from all five nations – Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the US and the UK – to work together against a range of threats. In the UK, NPSA and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)'s Secure Innovation guidance offers Emerging Technology companies cost-effective measures to better protect their ideas, reputation, and future success. To find out more, visit the NPSA website https://lnkd.in/erM4V5wm #NPSA #NCSC

A strong personnel security regime is essential to enhance your organisation’s resilience against insider risks and external threats.   NPSA has launched a free self-serve tool for businesses and organisations to assess their personnel security maturity.    For more information on the new Personnel Security Maturity Assessment tool, visit the NPSA website. https://lnkd.in/eZGU2PmU   #NPSA #personnelsecurity  

As part of our commitment to improve the accessibility of our content and our website, we have introduced a new accessibility tool to assist those who require adjustments when browsing our web pages.   To find out more, visit the NPSA website https://lnkd.in/e6ixMJtN   Enhancing accessibility for everyone.   #accessibility #userexperience #NPSA

Academic collaboration is vital to many research projects, but it can also bring risks. Through the Trusted Research advice and guidance, the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA), jointly with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), has developed a range of videos for academics to help raise awareness of research security risks and the role they can play in effectively mitigating them. Make informed decisions about international collaboration. To find out more, visit the NPSA website https://lnkd.in/eFp-DbCZ #NPSA #NCSC

The Director General of MI5, Ken McCallum, in his annual threat speech on Tuesday 8th October spoke about a range of UK national security issues, including the importance of building the UK’s resilience to the threat posed by autocratic regimes. “If you are working at the cutting edge of technology, in business or academia, I encourage you to seek out the National Cyber Security Centre and NPSA joint guidance, Trusted Research and Secure Innovation, to help protect your hard-won advantage.” For more information on how NPSA has been working with businesses, universities and others to help navigate the complex process of maximising opportunities of engaging overseas whilst managing security risks, visit our website. https://lnkd.in/eNXk6-Up To see the full annual threat speech, visit the MI5 website. https://lnkd.in/eUA7kZpB #NPSA #NCSC #MI5

Today, the Director General of MI5, Ken McCallum, spoke about a range of UK national security issues, including the threat posed by the Russian state and its concerted campaign of sabotage activity in the UK, and Europe.   “…the National Protective Security Authority, a part of MI5, already works to strengthen our critical national infrastructure. We want to help others who may be at risk of attack. So, I urge businesses and public authorities to think about the risks you face. Seek out the NPSA guidance, informed by intelligence, to help protect your people and your assets.”   For more information on how NPSA, alongside police and partners, have been at the forefront of the effort to help counter the threat, visit our website. https://lnkd.in/ejtyMF-S  To see the full annual threat speech, visit the MI5 website https://lnkd.in/eUA7kZpB #NPSA #MI5

Protect your site and keep your people safe. Integrating hostile vehicle mitigation into your planning and site design will help deter an attacker at your site. The Public Realm Design Guide for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation produced by the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) sets out clear guidance that explains vehicle threats and techniques used by terrorists. When mitigating vehicle threats, every metre counts. To find out more, visit the NPSA website. https://lnkd.in/e_4_uguw #NPSA

On Wednesday 16th October, a representative from the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) will be speaking at The Security Institute’s annual conference. To find out more and to sign up for the conference, visit the NPSA website. https://lnkd.in/ewFWUGdD #npsa #thesecurityinstitute

🔥 All-New Webinar! 🔥 Join The Security Institute's Counter Terrorism Special Interest Group, Andrew Donaldson MSc CSyP FSyI & Steven McGrath FSyl CTRM GCGI for an exclusive briefing from the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) on the topic of drones in the United Kingdom with support from the Counter Terrorism Preparedness Network (CTPN) and OSAC. This session will delve into the rise of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and their increasing use in commercial, civilian and indeed criminal activities. The ramifications of said usage are wide-ranging, from unauthorised surveillance to smuggling, terrorism and cyber attacks. This session will explore the UK's regulatory framework, recent incidents and the cutting-edge countermeasures being implemented to detect, track and neutralise potential threats from rogue drones. Learn about the latest trends and practical approaches to keep you and your organisation informed! For members, log on to our community platform here: https://buff.ly/3oDhVMG If you are not yet a member and are interested in exclusive member-only talks like these, then don't miss out! Learn more about our member benefits and how to apply on our website 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eTnByxF #SecurityInstitute #Webinar #SecurityProfessional #CounterTerrorism #Drones