When it comes to protecting people, assets, and reputations, the right security decisions can make all the difference. Across Perth and regional Western Australia, organisations are increasingly seeking independent security consulting services to help them identify vulnerabilities, meet compliance obligations, and invest wisely in technology and infrastructure.
At Smartsec Security Solutions, we specialise in providing clear, unbiased advice that empowers our clients to make informed security decisions. We don’t sell or install equipment — we deliver insight, strategy, and compliance-driven recommendations that align with your operational needs and budget.
What Are Security Consulting Services?
Security consulting services provide professional expertise across the full spectrum of physical security — from site assessments and risk reviews to system design advice and policy development.
A professional security consultant acts as your trusted advisor, analysing threats, identifying control gaps, and prescribing proportionate solutions that align with Australian Standards and international best practice.
Typical consulting services include:
- Security risk assessments aligned with ISO 31000:2018.
- CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) reviews for development applications.
- Security audits and compliance checks against AS/NZS standards.
- CCTV and access control reviews to assess system performance and coverage.
- Security management plans for councils, facilities, and commercial properties.
- Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) planning aligned with ISO 22343-1:2023.
Each project is tailored to the client’s environment — whether it’s a civic precinct, campus, industrial site, or retail development — ensuring that advice is practical, defensible, and outcome-driven.
Why Independent Consulting Matters
In many cases, security advice comes from vendors or installers with a vested interest in selling products. While this can be convenient, it often leads to over-specification or fragmented solutions that don’t align with actual risk.
An independent security consultant provides advice free from sales influence. The focus is on risk reduction, compliance, and value for money — not product promotion.
By engaging an independent consultant, you gain:
- Unbiased recommendations tailored to your site and threat profile.
- Compliance assurance with ISO, AS/NZS, and local government standards.
- Strategic prioritisation of risks and investments.
- Professional documentation suitable for audit, tendering, or grant funding.
This independence is particularly valuable for councils, developers, and organisations required to demonstrate due diligence or satisfy planning-condition requirements.
How Security Consulting Benefits Perth Organisations
Perth’s security landscape is diverse — from high-density urban centres and retail precincts to regional assets, universities, and industrial zones. Each faces different risks, but the objectives are the same: keep people safe, protect property, and ensure business continuity.
Professional consulting delivers measurable benefits, including:
Risk visibility and accountability
A structured assessment process identifies vulnerabilities before they escalate. By applying ISO 31000 principles, consultants quantify risk and prioritise controls based on likelihood and consequence.
Cost-effective investment
Independent consultants prevent overspending on unnecessary systems. You receive advice based on actual need, ensuring every dollar contributes to safety and resilience.
Compliance and audit readiness
Well-documented assessments and plans help organisations meet requirements under local planning frameworks, Australian Standards, and internal governance processes.
Enhanced operational performance
Consultants often identify opportunities to streamline security operations, improve staff procedures, or integrate technologies for better situational awareness.
Improved community and stakeholder confidence
For councils, developers, and educational institutions, independent advice demonstrates proactive management and builds public trust in safety outcomes.
Key Areas of Security Consulting
- Security Risk Assessments
These form the foundation of all consulting work. They identify threats, assess vulnerabilities, and provide a clear roadmap for mitigation measures. At Smartsec, all assessments follow the ISO 31000:2018 framework for risk management. - CPTED Assessments
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design is a proven method for reducing crime and antisocial behaviour through better design and management of spaces. CPTED assessments are often required by planning authorities such as DevelopmentWA. - Technical System Reviews
Smartsec conducts independent reviews of CCTV, access control, and alarm systems to ensure functionality, coverage, and compliance with AS/NZS 4806 and AS 2201.2 standards. - Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)
For public events and precincts, HVM advice ensures protective measures meet ISO 22343-1:2023 performance standards while maintaining aesthetic and operational usability. - Policy, Procedure, and Training Support
Consulting extends beyond systems — helping organisations build robust SOPs, incident-response plans, and staff awareness programs that strengthen resilience.
How Smartsec Security Solutions Delivers
As an independent Perth-based security consultancy, Smartsec Security Solutions combines technical expertise with real-world operational experience. Our approach is collaborative, transparent, and evidence-based.
We work with:
- Local governments seeking CPTED and lighting audits for parks, car parks, and laneways.
- Developers and architects preparing security statements and risk assessments for development applications.
- Educational institutions reviewing access control, CCTV, and campus safety systems.
- Private businesses and industrial clients needing independent reviews of security measures or tender documentation.
Our methodology aligns with internationally recognised standards and includes:
- Stakeholder consultation to understand operational requirements.
- Site assessments to evaluate physical and procedural controls.
- Risk and gap analysis using ISO 31000.
- Recommendations and prioritisation based on consequence and feasibility.
- Implementation support to guide clients through procurement or upgrades.
Because Smartsec does not sell, install, or commission equipment, our recommendations are entirely impartial — ensuring clients receive what they need, not what they’re sold.
The Smartsec Difference
What sets Smartsec apart is our focus on professionalism, quality, and defensibility. Every recommendation is backed by evidence, standards, and practical experience.
We understand how organisations operate — whether it’s a council managing multiple facilities, a university with complex security systems, or a property manager balancing tenant needs and compliance.
Our founder, Khabeer Rockley, brings over 18 years of experience in security management, risk assessment, and project delivery across the education, government, and commercial sectors. This operational insight ensures that Smartsec’s consulting advice is not only compliant but also achievable and cost-effective.
Take the Next Step Toward Smarter Security
If your organisation is planning an upgrade, seeking compliance assurance, or simply wants an independent review of its current arrangements, Smartsec Security Solutions can help.
We deliver professional, evidence-based security consulting services across Perth and Western Australia — providing clear recommendations that enhance safety, efficiency, and confidence.
Visit www.smartsecsecurity.com.au or contact [email protected] to arrange a confidential discussion about your project.
