Register of Chartered Security Professionals admits 250th registrant

Administered by The Security Institute on behalf of The Worshipful Company of Security Professionals, the mission of the Register of Chartered Security Professionals – itself seen as the ‘Gold Standard’ when it comes to the practise of security – is to maintain internationally recognised standards of competence and commitment in protective security for the public benefit and also to certify qualified practitioners in the field as Chartered Security Professionals (CSyPs).

CSyPs are required to demonstrate five core competency skill sets: security knowledge, practical application, communication, leading and professional commitment. On an individual basis, all must make a strategic impact in relation to the development of security practice.

Jane Gyford CSyP boasts 30 years’ worth of policing experience and is currently the deputy chief constable of the Cambridgeshire Constabulary. Her career has spanned many roles across public protection/safeguarding, national counter-terrorism/domestic extremism intelligence, child abuse and sexual exploitation, anti-corruption proactive investigations, homicide and major incident inquiries, specialist firearms and also organisational change.

At present, Gyford is leading on the delivery of the chief constable’s vision and strategy for Cambridgeshire including driving change, transformation and continuous improvement, a learning culture and operational efficiencies. Her role also includes workforce planning and professional standards and creating the Strategic Threat ad Risk Assessment process in tandem with supported financial planning.

Prior to being appointed to her current role, Gyford – who holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration – served as a Commander in the City of London Police with responsibility for all policing operations and investigations as well as protective security. Gyford led a major transformation programme for the force along with the Secure City programme to design a future-proof city and police force in line with the ‘2025 Policing Vision’. Gyford moved to the City of London Police from the Metropolitan Police Service, where she served for no fewer than 24 years.

Progressive thinking

On becoming a CSyP, Gyford observed: “I’m delighted and honoured to be successfully admitted as the 250th Chartered Security Professional. I pursued this position in the wake of building on and using my 30-year policing service with three fantastic forces to strive for more progressive thinking around the future of collaboration between security and policing professionals. Together, we can provide the highest standards of service and Continuing Professional Development to ensure the utmost safety and security of communities resident here in the UK and, indeed, globally.”

Gyford continued: “Being recognised for professional strategic aptitude is both humbling and motivating. The CSyP is an exceptional platform from which to address complex issues within the security industry. One of the many reasons I applied is that Chartered Security Professionals are notably forward thinking around generational diversity. The CSyP Secure Futures Programme looks at initiatives for the new generation and generations to come, which is where the focus needs to be. How future generations see policing and security is different, and if we don’t listen to these views and understand the needs, skills, culture and opportunities involved, we’re in danger of losing currency in times hence.”

Further, Gyford stated: “Understanding and embracing generational diversity is critical for our future, but specifically so within the realms of technology, digital and cyber security challenges confronted both nationally and internationally.”

In conclusion, Gyford said: “I’m extremely proud to be the deputy chief constable of the Cambridgeshire Constabulary, which is currently at the forefront of new innovations for both the UK and global safety and security. I’m also excited to have the opportunity to create an amity between the local force, national policing and the security industry.”