Top 10 Highest-Paying Security Careers for 2020
- Risk Manager.
- Systems, Network, and/or Web Penetration Tester.
- Network Security Engineer.
- Network Security Administrator.
- Cyber Crime Investigator.
- Information Security Analyst.
- Security Analyst.
- Security Manager.
How long does it take for PSiRA application to be approved? NB: Kindly advice the clients that the 12 days waiting period does not include weekends and public holidays.
Can I register for Psira online? Private security operators have to apply for registration through the director of PSIRA. You can download PSIRA registration forms from the website, print and fill offline. Alternatively, you can fill the PSIRA form online.
PSIRA Grade C Security GuardsA Grade C security officer's main function is access control of a higher risk area and supervision of lower grade security officers.
Following this, all PSiRA Certificates must be renewed every 12 months for security businesses and every 24 months for security officers.
The following is required:
- the completed renewal form;
- a certified copy of their identity document;
- proof that their annual fees are paid up to date.
What's is expected from each grade? Grade D Security Guards. A Grade D's main function is access control. Grade C Security Guards. A Grade C's main function is access control of a higher risk area and supervision of lower grade security officers.
SIRA certification ensures that the CCTV installation in your building or facility is in good condition, as per guidelines, and up-to-date with the latest technologies specified by SIRA. It is now mandatory for the proper installation of security surveillance system at the building facilities.
PSIRA E-Grade (SASSETA E - Patrol Security Officer) This course introduces individuals to the Private Security Industry and provides knowledge of what is expected to uphold the Law as Security Officers. In particular, a Patrol Security Officer would acquire the skills to: Use security equipment.
The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) requires that an application for registration as a security officer must include a report on the applicant's criminal record. There is no legal obligation for officers to update their registration or to have their criminal records routinely checked.
You'll need to attend a PSIRA Security Training Course or take our Self Study option. Phase #1 costs only R490 and will be completed in 48 hours. If you want to start a Security Company in South Africa, we can also assist with PSIRA Registration and the Security Company Compliance documents you need.
The main legislation governing the private security industry is the Private Security Industry Regulation Act (PSIRA). These regulations say that only citizens and permanent residents may register to be security guards (security service providers is the term used in law).
Security guard costs range between R10,000 / month and R30,000 / month with an average of R20,000 / month.
According to SecurityOfficerHQ, starting a security company costs about $7,500 in upfront investment for insurance, shared office space for six months, licensing and legal registrations, equipment, marketing and website development, and contingency fund. BPlans estimates startup costs at closer to $77,000.
Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority
The Security Officers Board (SOB) protects consumers from exploitation and is an independent, statutory body established in terms of the Security Officers' Act of 1987 (Act No. 92 of 1987). Currently some 3 300 security companies and 130 000 active security officers are registered with the SOB.
To check if a company is registered before you purchase security for your home, visit or contact your nearest PSIRA branch.
