Security Consulting, 3rd Edition

Since 9/11, business and industry has paid close attention to security within their own organizations. In fact, no other time in modern history has business and industry been more concerned with security issues. A new concern for security measures to combat potential terrorism, sabotage, theft and disruption- which could bring any business to it's knees- has swept the nation. This has opened up a huge opportunity for private investigators and security professionals as consultants. Many retiring law enforcement and security management professionals look to enter the private security consulting market. Security consulting often involves conducting in depth security surveys so businesses will know exactly where security holes are present and where they need improvement to limit their exposure to various threats. The Third Edition of Security Consulting introduces security and law enforcement professionals to the career and business of security consulting. It provides new and potential consultants with the practical guidelines needed to start up and maintain a successful independent practice. This new edition includes updated and expanded information on marketing, fees and expenses, forensic consulting, the use of computers, and the need for professional growth. The useful sample forms will be updated in addition to the new promotion opportunities and keys to conducting research on the Web. - The only book of its kind dedicated to a ground-up approach to beginning a security consulting practice- Proven, practical methods to establish and run a security consulting business - New coverage of utilizing the power of the Internet. Since 9/11, business and industry has paid close attention to security within their own organizations. In fact, no other time in modern history has business and industry been more concerned with security issues. A new concern for security measures to combat potential terrorism, sabotage, theft and disruption- which could bring any business to it's knees- has swept the nation. This has opened up a huge opportunity for private investigators and security professionals as consultants. Many retiring law enforcement and security management professionals look to enter the private security consulting market. Security consulting often involves conducting in depth security surveys so businesses will know exactly where security holes are present and where they need improvement to limit their exposure to various threats. The Third Edition of Security Consulting introduces security and law enforcement professionals to the career and business of security consulting. It provides new and potential consultants with the practical guidelines needed to start up and maintain a successful independent practice. This new edition includes updated and expanded information on marketing, fees and expenses, forensic consulting, the use of computers, and the need for professional growth. The useful sample forms will be updated in addition to the new promotion opportunities and keys to conducting research on the Web.

- The only book of its kind dedicated to a ground-up approach to beginning a security consulting practice
- Proven, practical methods to establish and run a security consulting business
- New coverage of utilizing the power of the Internet. "Security Consulting, Third Edition provides a blueprint for those security and law enforcement professionals who are interested in launching new careers in security consulting. Individual chapters discuss such topics as how to market the business, how to submit consulting proposals, how to prepare final reports, and how to invoice for services. This new edition also includes updated and expanded information on forensic consulting, the need for professional growth, and the uses of technology in the business including getting your business promoted online and among Web site consultant listings. A new chapter on Insurance and Liability Issues adds to the book's real-world functionality covering an important business concern for independent security consultants. The final chapter adds a humorous twist and illustrates the many pitfalls and successes that can happen to individuals in the business of dealing with clients, bidding on jobs, and managing a private consulting company."--BOOK JACKET