Security Matters Podcast

About Security Matters Podcast

The Security Matters Podcast is published monthly and hosted by the magazine’s Editor Brian Sims. In each episode, Brian reports on and analyses the latest UK security industry news and also interviews leading professionals from the sector. The Security Matters Podcast is sponsored by The Security Event, which takes place on 8-10 April 2025 at the NEC in Birmingham. To register for your free pass to the show visit www.thesecurityevent.co.uk For all the latest security industry news and opinion visit www.securitymattersmagazine.com

Publisher

Security Matters

Category

news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Apr 2020

Latest episode

23 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

40 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Security Matters Podcast - Episode 40

   Episode 40 of the Security Matters Podcast includes exclusive interviews with Guy Mathias FSyI (strategic advisor at Darden Security), Craig McCalley (CEO for the UK and Ireland at Permaconn), Colin Walters (global monitoring transformation director for Chubb Fire and Security) and David Ward MBE CSyP FSyI (CEO at MS Webb). Since May 2016, Guy’s role at Dardan Security involves providing strategic advice focused on adherence with regulatory compliance in governance, corporate security and risk, while also ensuring that the business is represented – and a recognised voice – across thought leadership circles in the risk, security and resilience sectors. In conversation with Brian, Guy reviews several core topics, among them emerging threats in the security domain and the qualities that define an exceptional security professional in the modern era. Having served as sales director at Redstone Converged Solutions and also Dimension Data, Craig McCalley joined IT and security managed service specialist Koris365 in July 2012. He then became UK managing director at Product Information Management solutions company Pimberly before taking on the role of UK and Ireland CEO at Permaconn in April this year. Colin Walters is now fast approaching his 40th Anniversary of a stellar career at Chubb Fire and Security, itself part of the United Technologies Corporation. Serving as global monitoring transformation director, Colin specialises in the implementation of innovative technology solutions. On Episode 40 of the Security Matters Podcast, Craig and Colin examine the current state of play for alarm signalling and what the future roadmap looks like. Our final guest on this episode is David Ward MBE CSyP FSyI, CEO at MS Webb (the Chatham-based business offering a range of security, enforcement and property services). A Chartered Security Professional and chair of the City Security Council, David served as managing director (and, subsequently, CEO) at Ward Security across a 24-year period. He then founded DW Associates, duly providing professional risk management, training and security consultancy services in order to help businesses understand their security provision now and into the future. In his role at MS Webb, David’s primary responsibility is to provide strategic oversight and leadership that will guide the company’s growth. During an interview with Brian, David focuses on leadership in the security space and what’s likely to shape the progression of security as a discipline in times ahead. Industry news stories reviewed and analysed include the main points to emerge from Resilience First’s recent discussion on the subject of ‘Hybrid Threats to the UK and Business Operational Sovereignty’, the Security Industry Authority’s current consultation on proposed changes to security licence-linked qualifications and comment from the National Cyber Security Centre concerning the increased targeting of operational technology systems across multiple sectors globally (including here in the UK).

2. 

   25 Aug 2026

   Security Matters Podcast - Episode 39

   Episode 39 of the Security Matters Podcast is framed by exclusive interviews as Brianhears from Lisa Ventura MBE (founder and CEO of the AI and Cyber Security Association)and Sam Griffiths (technical director and systems integration specialist at Ajax Systems). The AI and Cyber Security Association is the world’s first global membership body and Trade Association wholly dedicated to the convergence of Artificial Intelligence and cyber security. The organisation is led by Lisa Ventura, a cyber security awareness and culture change consultant with more than 16 years’ experience of working in the cyber industry. On a daily basis, Lisa engages with global organisations in order to design and then deliver cyber-focused awareness programmes. The founder of the global Cyber Kindness campaign, Lisa was awarded an MBE in 2023 for services to cyber security and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. In conversation with Brian, Lisa tackles several key topics including the convergence agenda, the risks posed by Artificial Intelligence and Best Practice when it comes to training. Having served as business development manager for the RISCO Group, Sam Griffiths moved to the CSL Group and occupied the same role at that company from 2010 until 2013. He then became an area manager at Pyronix before accepting the role of business development manager at Dahua UK and Ireland. Sam’s tenure as technical director at Ajax Systems began in May 2019, with his remit duly expanding to encompass systems integration in December last year. On Episode 39 of the Security Matters Podcast, Sam focuses on the design and deployment of security systems, the role of technology and the importance of intelligent video in security regimes. Industry news stories featured include the latest research report on the tactics employed by Call Centre fraudsters, an enforcement operation cracking down on the sale of counterfeit football shirts, the launch of pioneering Suicide First Aid training for the security sector by the British Security Industry Association and the impact of global developments on operational risk at the local level.

3. 

   15 Jun 2026

   Security Matters Podcast - Episode 38

   Episode 38 of the Security Matters Podcast includes three exclusive interviews featuring John Lodge (director of service growth at Chubb Fire and Security), Olof Sandberg (product manager for locking solutions at Gunnebo Safe Storage) and AddSecure’s UK sales director Chris Wimshurst. John Lodge joined Chubb Fire and Security back in April 2017. During our interview, John focuses on connected services, emerging trends and also how Artificial Intelligence will shape the security business sector in the future. Olof Sandberg is a graduate of the Faculty of Engineering at Lund University in southern Sweden and has worked at both Sony Ericsson and Sony Mobile Communications in project management roles. He moved to Gunnebo Safe Storage from ASSA ABLOY in June 2023. On this occasion, Olof’s core focus is connected locks and the main considerations to be observed when adopting such solutions. Our final guest on Episode 38, Chris Wimshurst’s CV to date includes several head of sales and national sales director roles where he has successfully built high-performing teams, led on major bids and tenders and driven sustained revenue performance. At present, Chris is focused on strengthening AddSecure’s UK sales strategy, building a high-performing national team and accelerating growth. In conversation with Brian, Chris concentrates on Martyn’s Law and what organisations and their management teams need to put in place in order to prepare for enforcement of the new legislation. Industry news stories highlighted include a recently published report on refund fraud produced by the University of Portsmouth in partnerships with Cifas, analysis of activist activity carried out by the Risk Intelligence Centre at Securitas and The Security Institute signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Buckinghamshire New University.

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Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

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Engagement

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