SENIOR SECURITY OFFICER (SSO) COURSE GUIDE

18 April 2021

The second rank in the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) is Senior Security Officer (SSO). To qualify as a Senior Security Officer, an individual must have at least six months of experience as a Security Officer (SO) to meet the Year-In-Grade (YIG) requirement. Additionally, they must complete two training courses specifically designed for Senior Security Officers.

Progressive Wage Model for Security Personnel

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) is a five-level career progression framework developed by the Security Tripartite Cluster (STC) to support security officers in achieving stable incomes and work-life balance. It encourages skill enhancement and progression through a productivity-based wage pathway.

For aspiring Senior Security Officers (SSOs), the journey begins as a Security Officer (SO). To qualify for the SSO rank, candidates must first complete essential training courses: Guard and Patrol, Access Control Management (Provide Guard and Patrol Services and Operate Basic Security Equipment), Handle Security Incidents and Services (HSIS), and Recognise Terrorist Threats (RTT). These courses constitute the Basic Licensing Units (BLUs) necessary for entry into the security sector.

The PWM career progression in the security industry includes the ranks of Security Officer, Senior Security Officer, Security Supervisor, Senior Security Supervisor, and ultimately Chief Security Officer. Individuals must first apply for a Security Officer licence to begin this progression. For more information, please visit this page.

Job Scope of a Senior Security Officer (SSO)

The general job scope of a Senior Security Officer (SSO) include:

All duties of a Security Officer (SO)
Responding to complex and large-scale safety and security incidents
Managing security and safety systems (e.g. central alarm system, fire alarm system, lift control system, car park system)
Regulating traffic
Monitoring CCTV, central alarms, and the fire command centre
Maintaining CCTV storage libraries
Preserving evidence
Assisting law enforcement

How to Become a Senior Security Officer (SSO)

To become a Senior Security Officer (SSO), you must have at least six months of experience as a Security Officer (SO) to meet the Year-In-Grade (YIG) requirement, as well as fulfil specific training requirements. The following SSO courses are offered at KnowledgeTree:

For more information on additional courses, including those for Security Supervisors, such as Perform Supervisory Duties Within Legal Framework (Security Operation Compliance) and Induct Security Personnel, please click here to access our comprehensive course guide, which covers all levels of the Progressive Wage Model.

Course fees for security courses at KnowledgeTree can be found here.