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Develop security risk management plans

Develop security risk management plans

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSEC012
State Code
AWT34
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to treat security risks through the development of a security risk management plan. It includes identifying security countermeasures and developing a plan with schedule for implementing, monitoring and evaluating security strategies.This unit applies to those working in a security role with some responsibility for addressing organisational risk.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to developing risk management plans.Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously occasionally accessing and evaluating support from a broad range of sources. They would perform complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify counter-measures
  • 1.1 Review documented risks and threats and validate management decisions on acceptable and unacceptable risks.
  • 1.2 Determine treatment options and countermeasures to reduce the likelihood of occurrence or consequences of the risk.
  • 1.3 Propose treatments which include continuity plans where appropriate.
  • 1.4 Propose treatments which match the level and type of risk and importance of the function or resource.
  • 1.5 Conduct a cost-benefit analysis to determine countermeasures.
  • 1.6 Consult stakeholders on the cost-benefit analysis and determine and submit countermeasures for prioritising.
2. Develop security plan
  • 2.1 Prepare a security plan containing explanatory information on the importance of security and the organisation’s security objectives in achieving corporate and business objectives.
  • 2.2 Summarise the threat assessments undertaken, current exposure and current protective security arrangements in the plan.
  • 2.3 Outline security strategies for implementing, monitoring and evaluating countermeasures.
  • 2.4 Include timeframes and security budget for implementing countermeasures including assigned responsibilities and methodologies to be used.
  • 2.5 Submit security plan for approval and communicate to stakeholders.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8324 PSPSEC502A Develop security risk management plans Unit of competency