
Establishing a Personnel Security Framework – Governance and Leadership
Date: 18th February 2026
Time: 13:00–14:00 GMT
Hosted by: The Security Institute’s Insider Risk Special Interest Group (IR SIG)
The Security Institute’s Insider Risk Special Interest Group (IR SIG) invites you to an inspiring and practical webinar exploring the vital importance of establishing a Personnel Security Framework.
This introductory session sets the foundation for building a strong and sustainable Personnel Security (PerSec) Framework. The webinar focuses on the first pillar—Governance and Leadership—and outlines three practical steps that organisations can implement immediately to begin strengthening their PerSec approach. Designed for individuals and teams who need to establish an Insider Risk Programme from scratch or who have limited resources, this session provides clarity, structure, and accessible starting points.
Speaker:
Personnel Security Consultant — Insider Risk Solutions
Paul is a Personnel Security Consultant currently working with the National Physical Laboratory. As Co‑Chair of the Insider Risk SIG, he is dedicated to driving higher standards across the industry. His work focuses on advancing personnel security practices and supporting organisations in building effective insider risk management capabilities.
An introduction to the wider Personnel Security structure and how it underpins Insider Risk management.
Exploring why strong governance and visible leadership are essential to establishing a credible and functioning PerSec Framework.
Clear, practical steps that attendees can implement immediately—particularly helpful for organisations starting with limited resources or without an existing Insider Risk Programme.
As Part 1 of a year‑long series, this webinar provides the basis for future sessions that will deepen participants’ understanding of broader PerSec and insider risk components