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Previous Projects - Connley Walker Security Consulting Services: Ricardo Rail

In a strategic collaboration, Connley Walker served as the Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) under the contract with Ricardo, fulfilling the critical role of the ‘Shadow Operator’ for two significant extensions of Sydney’s burgeoning driverless metro system. In this capacity, Connley Walker played a pivotal role in developing the security management plan and offering expert advice on security-related rail operations. The focus was on ensuring a robust and comprehensive security framework aligned with the dynamic requirements of the expanding metro system.

Connley Walker provided the following security consulting services:

Development of Security Management Plan:

Connley Walker took the lead in crafting a bespoke security management plan tailored to the specific needs and challenges of Sydney’s driverless metro extensions. This involved a meticulous process of risk assessment, threat identification, and the formulation of strategies to mitigate potential security risks. The plan encompassed various facets of security operations, aiming to create a secure environment for passengers, staff, and critical infrastructure.

Advisory Role in Security-Related Rail Operations:

Beyond the development of the security management plan, Connley Walker assumed an advisory role, providing expert guidance on security-related rail operations. This included offering insights into best practices, identifying potential vulnerabilities in the operational processes, and recommending measures to enhance the overall security posture of the metro system. The advisory role aimed to align security protocols with the evolving nature of the rail operations.

Strategic Collaboration with Ricardo:

Throughout the project, Connley Walker maintained a strategic and collaborative partnership with Ricardo, working seamlessly as the Security SME. The collaboration ensured that security considerations were seamlessly integrated into the overall operational framework, fostering a holistic approach to rail system security.

Comprehensive Security Framework:

The outcome of Connley Walker’s engagement with Ricardo was the establishment of a comprehensive security framework for Sydney’s driverless metro extensions. This framework not only addressed the immediate security needs of the rail system but also laid the foundation for adaptive and scalable security measures to accommodate future expansions and changes in operational dynamics.

Contributing to Sydney’s Metro Expansion:

By fulfilling the critical role of the ‘Shadow Operator’ and leveraging expertise as the Security SME, Connley Walker played a pivotal part in contributing to the success of Sydney’s metro expansion. The security management plan and advisory contributions aimed to ensure the safety, security, and efficiency of the driverless metro system, reflecting Connley Walker’s commitment to excellence in security consultancy.

This collaboration exemplifies Connley Walker’s ability to provide specialised security expertise in complex and dynamic operational environments, ensuring the resilience and effectiveness of critical infrastructure.

Connley Walker is an independent security consulting group specialising in both physical and cyber security, along with expertise in risk management. Connley Walker fully complies with the Australian Government’s Information Privacy Principles (IPP) and is able to provide IPP consulting services related to securing your information.

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ACT – Security Master Licence No. 17502533.

NSW – Security Master Licence No. 409109204.

NT – No licence required.

QLD – Security Firm Licence No. 3255594.

QLD – Registered Professional Engineers No. 21615.

SA – Exempt from a licence as Engineers (Security and Investigation Industry Regulations Part 2, 5 (1) (b)).

VIC – Registered Building Practitioners No. EE21166.

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