The Manager's Handbook for Corporate Security

Dr. Gerald L. Kovacich has more than 40 years of experience in industrial, business and government security, investigations, information systems security, and information warfare, both in the U.S. Government as a special agent, in international corporations, and subsequently as an international consultant and lecturer. He retired as the Information Warfare Technologist, Northrop Grumman Corporation to pursue a career as an international consultant, lecturer and writer. Edward Halibozek is currently a security consultant and part-time instructor for California State University, Fullerton. He retired from Northrop Grumman Corporation in August, 2011 after more than 26 years with the company. His most recent position was the Vice President of Security. Mr. Halibozek chaired the Northrop Grumman Security Council, which is the company’s key deliberative body for security, contingency planning, investigations and fire services. He was also responsible for Executive Protection services. Mr. Halibozek served as a member of the National Industrial Security Program Policy Advisory Council (NISPAC). Mr. Halibozek holds a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice from California State University and an MBA from Pepperdine University.

"Dr. Kovacich and Mr. Halibozek provide an integrated 'how to' approach to implementing a cost-effective, business-oriented corporate assets protection program. Their book will help corporate security professionals in meeting the challenges of the 21st century." --Howard A. Schmidt, Chairman, President's Infrastructure Protection Boards; Former President, Information Systems Security Association (ISSA)"A comprehensive guide... ...covers more than just the fundamental elements required to protect people, property and facilities. New and experienced managers alike will find information and practical advice to aid in developing strategic and tactical plans and managing daily operations." --Law Enforcement Technology"In this book, authors Gerald L. Kovacich and Edward P. Halibozek clearly present what global security managers should expect in this environment and provide them with the basic tools to carry out their duties. While the authors focus on corporate asset protection for both new and experienced security professionals, the book speaks even more broadly to the security field in general. Few other books map out a progressive management plan for the novice while maintaining enough new materials for experts. Concepts introduced by the authors are blended beautifully in a case study of a fictitious global corporation. Flow charts and additional case studies allow the reader to grasp ideas in context. …it would appeal to practitioners, consultants, and students alike." --Security Management "The Manager’s Handbook for Corporate Security covers more than just the fundamental elements which are required to protect people, property, and facilities. This comprehensive guide shows security managers how to handle a multitude of functions and includes proven processes, flow charts, and checklists which can be used “as is” or quickly adapted to fit a company’s needs. New and experienced managers alike will find a wealth of information and practical advice to help you develop strategic and tactical plans and manage your daily operations." --Police and Security News"The Manager’s Handbook for Corporate Security – Establishing and Managing a Successful Assets Protection Program deserves to be read by security professionals... ...four of the book’s 23 chapters are in Part I and they set a context for today’s security professional in the best way I’ve seen. Reworking realities, being courageous about change and leading in difficult times are themes Dr. Gerald L. Kovacich and Edward P. Halibozek address in tight, straight-forward segments. ‘Thought-provoking’ is an often-misused term, but not here." --Derek Knights consultant, corporate security with Ontario Power Generation in Canadian Security magazine

• I: An Introduction to Today's Corporate Global MarketplaceA Short History of Corporate SecurityIntroduction to the Profession of 21st Century Corporate SecurityII: The Corporate Security ManagerThe International Widget Corporation (IWC)The Role of the Corporate Security ManagerEstablishing and Managing a Corporate Security DepartmentIII: The Corporate Security FunctionsAdministrative SecurityPhysical SecurityOut-Source or Proprietary?Personnel SecuritySecurity Education and Awareness Training;Fire Protection; Contingency Planning;InvestigationsGovernment SecurityInformation SecurityExecutive ProtectionEvent SecurityIV: The Corporate Security ProfessionMeeting the Corporate Security Education and Training NeedsEthics and the Corporate Security ProfessionalThe Future of the Corporate Security Profession