SCEC-endorsed Security Zone Consultants Briefing

SCEC-endorsed Security Zone Consultants are endorsed by the Australian Government Security Construction and Equipment Committee (SCEC) to provide physical security advice on the:

design, acceptance testing and commissioning of Type 1 Security Alarm Systems; and
design and construction of security zones as defined in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework and the ASIO-T4 Technical Notes.

SCEC-endorsed Security Zone Consultants must:

have an electrical or electronic engineering qualification and/or lengthy experience working with electronic security systems;
be assessed by SCEC to be suitable for the Scheme;
apply for and maintain a minimum NV1 security clearance; and
abide by a Code of Conduct.

For further information, see SCEC Security Zone Consultants Scheme Policy.

Becoming a SCEC-endorsed Security Zone Consultant

Applications for the next Consultant's course are now open. Interested applicants must submit an application form to SCEC and nominate their preferred date/s of attendance from the options below.

11-13 November 2025 - Canberra
28-30 January 2026 - Canberra
11-13 March 2026 - Canberra

Please refer to the FAQs before applying for the Scheme. Further course dates will be offered later in 2026.

Renewing SCEC-endorsed Security Zone Consultants

SCEC endorsement is re-assessed every five (5) years. Consultants applying for re-endorsement are required to complete a renewal application form and will be assessed for their ongoing suitability for the Scheme. Renewing Consultants are required to submit their renewal applications at least six months prior to their expiry date.