A Physical Security Professional (PSP) is a Board certification process for individuals involved in the physical security of organizations. This certification process is offered by ASIS International.[1] Certification lasts for three years, during which time ASIS requires credential holders to complete 60 Continuing Professional Education credits in order to meet recertification standards.[2]
Skill requirements
editTechnical experience and skills involved in this certification include:
- Design of security procedures and systems.
- Setup, operation, and maintenance of security systems.
- Responsibilities of people associated with security and response procedures.
- Performing threat surveys to evaluate the dangers present at a location or in an organization.
Purpose of certification
editThe intent of this certification is to provide employers a means of knowing that an individual has a high level of knowledge pertaining to physical security. ASIS set the bar high, starting with specific eligibility requirements and continuing with recertification standards. They test applicants for knowledge and expertise in a number of areas such as threat assessment and risk analysis, an understanding of integrated physical security systems, and the ability to implement, evaluate and identify security measures and/or needs for a wide variety of protection situations.[3] All of this is to maintain an accurate reflection of current industry skill and knowledge needs as well as to keep abreast of new technology and best practices.[4]
Eligibility requirements
editASIS lists the minimum requirements to take the PSP credential certification[5] as follows:
- High school diploma, GED equivalent, or associate degree.
- Six years of progressive experience in the physical security field.
- The applicant must not have been convicted of any criminal offense that would reflect negatively on the security profession, ASIS, or the certification program.
- OR
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Four years of progressive experience in the physical security field.
- The applicant must not have been convicted of any criminal offense that would reflect negatively on the security profession, ASIS, or the certification program.
Areas of expertise
editAreas of certification by PSP include:
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Certification Definitions". www.asisonline.org. Archived from the original on 2016-09-20.
- ^ "Recertification". www.asisonline.org. Retrieved 2018-09-13.
- ^ "What Are The Types Of Security Guards?". Retrieved 2023-10-23.
- ^ "ASIS International Board Certifications". www.asisonline.org. Retrieved 2018-09-13.
- ^ "PSP® (Physical Security Professional)". www.asisonline.org. Retrieved 2018-09-13.
- ^ "The New World of Smartphone Home Security Apps". devconhomesecurity.com. Retrieved 2018-09-13.
- ^ "International Executive Protection Services". Pinkerton. Retrieved 2018-09-13.