Today’s theme is blogs, and this site is awesome. These guys are currently writing from Afghanistan and their business is protecting clients that need to interact with the local populations there. So they get out and about if you know what I mean. –Head Jundi
Free Range International
And here is an interview with the owner of the blog, Tim Lynch, on Covert Radio. Check it out.
Covert Radio Interview with Tim Lynch
Little is talked about the sacrifices that local national private security forces have made. These would be classified as local security folk who often help out local businesses operate in these war environments. I witnessed the same thing in Iraq. They are paid less, and their equipment and resources are minimal. But by local standards, it’s not a bad gig. 300 Dollars a month is probable more than what most locals make per month, and guys line up for these jobs because there is nothing else out there. But you also get what you pay for.
The Taliban know that these convoys are easy pickings as well, hence the reason why the continue to attack them. The one thing I picked up on in this article was the idea that ISAF forces, were not coming to the aid of these companies. It’s nice to know that the Canadians have been helping these guys out when they can. But really, ISAF needs to make it more of a priority to help out these guys. It goes back to winning hearts and minds. These guys are contract security, but they are also the local population. If we make it a point to help them out when they need some assistance, then maybe–just maybe, they might be a little bit more inclined to continue working for the good guys, as opposed to flipping sides. Or worse yet, selling their issued guns and ammo to the other side.(I saw this practice in action in Iraq, and you can blame low pay, mixed loyalties, and poor leadership on that one)
Either way, these men are brothers in arms, and the deserve our respect. An army cannot fight without the supplies provided by these convoys, and these men are very crucial to that process. Even if these guys are not directly protecting Coalition assets, they are still a group that should be recognized as important. We should also be reaching out to these guys and coordinating a little more so accidents do not happen in the future. Or better yet, winning over some of these guys with guns, so they don’t run over to the Taliban. –Head Jundi
Private security guards oversee the departure of a 250-truck NATO supply convoy from Kandahar to Kabul this week. Only some of the security guards wear uniforms and flak vests and none have helmets.
Photograph by : Tom Blackwell/National Post
Private security a necessity in Kandahar province
Tom Blackwell
Canwest News Service
Saturday, October 18, 2008
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan – As he girded himself for another shift protecting a massive NATO supply convoy this week, Rozi Mohammed made a frank admission: the work terrifies him.
Recruitment Policy
We ensure that our recruitment is conducted in a manner that provides fair and equal opportunity and access for all people. We are committed to a policy of treating all of our employees and job applicants equally. No employee or potential employee will receive less favourable treatment or consideration on the ground of race, colour, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, marital status or part-time status or will be disadvantaged by any conditions of employment that cannot be justified as necessary on operations grounds. The only discriminatory factor in decisions will be a person’s ability to perform the job concerned. CTG Global reserves the right to select the most suitable Employees for tasking and deployment.
Our Recruitment, Hiring & Mobilisation Process
CTG Global’s selection process is autonomous, merit based and thoroughly managed. Selection goes through a number of phases; applicants either apply to advertisements of specific jobs or send in speculative CV’s. All CV’s upon receipt are assessed for credibility; candidate if suited to a specific position is invited for first interview to ascertain whether his character, desires and skills are as required. Successful candidates will then have a full background check done which includes a ten year history and screening check to the UK’s BS7858 standards.
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SECURITY COORDINATOR
Country of Operation:
Sudan; Sri Lanka; Afghanistan; Iraq; or the West Bank and Gaza.
General:
Under the supervision and direction of the Program Manager or Operations Centre Chief of Security, the Security Coordinator will effectively implement all appropriate risk management strategies, related to the safety and security, and the protection of assets in mission. Specifically, he/she will be responsible for the management, implementation and oversight of all security operations in support of staff and activities.
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SECURITY OFFICER
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Sudan; Sri Lanka; Afghanistan; Iraq; or the West Bank and Gaza.
General:
Under the supervision and direction of the Chief of Security or Project Manager, as the organization requires, the Security Officer (SO) will effectively implement all appropriate risk management strategies related to the safety and security of project staff, and the protection of assets in projects. Specifically, the SO will promote a high level of security awareness amongst staff and ensure that security procedures and policies are implemented throughout the country.
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STAFF TRAINER (GENERAL SECURITY SKILLS NATURE)
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Sudan; Sri Lanka; Afghanistan; Iraq; or the West Bank and Gaza.
General:
Under the supervision and direction of the Operations Centre Chief of Operations, the Trainer will effectively implement all appropriate training plans and curricula related to the safety and security of staff, and to the protection of assets in mission. Specifically, a trainer will be responsible for the management, implementation and oversight of all training activities in support of staff and activities.
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Read More About Job Descriptions Here(read the PDF files on each)
PSD OPERATORS
Posted by: ASIA SECURITY GROUP
POC: “Pat Gleason” /pat.gleason@asg.af
Posted date: 2008-Sep-27
Location: Afghanistan
Asia Security Group is a locally owned, Ex Pat run Afghanistan based
security company.
Kabul PSD operator positions available. These positions are in Kabul
area, and are not considered high risk. Large client, smaller PSD
teams. Mostly admin/airport runs, occasionally out of town, some
flight escorts to camps.
Pay starts at $8500 per month the first 30 days, then goes up from
there based on experience, performance, and client feedback.
Applicants must meeet the following criteria:
No criminal history
No substance abuse issues
Verifiable Afghanistan/Iraq work history
Prefer recent PSD course
Have a minimum of 5 years combat arms military experience
Be phyically fit
Able to pass DOS pistol/carbine qual of intial 270 score
ONLY the following citizenships will be accepted: United Kingdom,
United States, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia.
CV’s must contain your first and last name…not CV#1, etc. All CV’s
must contain a minimum of three references/referrees from past
employers
All applicants must submit a full length photo
Applicants must provide a copy of clear criminal history check prior
to acceptance.
GardaWorld, a premier provider of protective services, investigations, intelligence and training services to government agencies, corporations and private individuals operating in high-risk environments, is actively seeking contractor professionals to serve as Protective Service Detail (PSD) operators for work in Iraq, Afghanistan and other locations.
The individuals we are seeking will possess the following qualifications:
• US citizen or Legal Resident (Green Card Holder).
• 6 years prior military active-duty service in an Infantry MOS, preferably in SOF (Tier 1/Tier 2).
• Honorably discharged (must provide DD-214).
• Minimum 2 tours (minimum 6 months total) deployed to a high-risk environment while serving in a PSD capacity (must provide references); knowledge of Baghdad and surrounding areas preferred.
• Ability to obtain a DOD CAC card (requires FBI criminal records check) and MNFI badge.
• Ability to obtain a US government Secret clearance (requires comprehensive background check).
• Successful completion of an accredited military, police or federal protective operations course (civilian courses attended as part of a workup for a USG contract or equivalent may qualify).
• Verifiable qualification with pistol and M-4 rifle (within past 2 years).
• Must have and maintain a US driver’s license.
• Must be fluent in English – both read and write.
• Must pass a financial and criminal history check. NOTE: any felony convictions or domestic violence convictions are immediate disqualifiers.
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