The ‘insider threat’ is the potential for an employee to harm their own organisation – something the New Zealand aviation sector has not been immune to.
In this Vector Online interview, we discuss the capacity of an employee at an airport whose behaviour threatens the security of aviation. We talk about what to look for, and what to do about what you see.
Listen to Vector Online – The insider threat to aviation [MP3 11 MB]
If you'd like advice on building a security culture, email: security.regulation@caa.govt.nz
For more information
Official materials
CAA's security culture webpage
Protective Security Requirements - Managing the insider threat to your organisation(external link)
Protective Security Requirements - Insider threat videos(external link)
TSA Insider Threat Awareness presentation(external link)
CPNI Insider Risk Mitigation Framework diagram(external link)
Industry materials
Insider Threat Mitigation at Airports – SSKies.org(external link)
Osprey's Coverage of Global Insider Threat - Osprey Flight Solutions(external link)
News articles
Security: The hidden ‘insider’ threat of the aviation sector(external link)
Observant Newark baggage officers thwart insider threat(external link)
Charge against airline mechanic highlights 'insider threat'(external link)
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