Qualified Security Oversight. Without the Full-Time Hire.
Most regional airports need a security professional but can’t find or afford one full-time. Often, the person responsible for security is also managing operations, and in today’s environment — with rapidly changing threats and evolving regulatory requirements — airports need a dedicated resource.
Our Duty Security Controller service gives you 24/7 access to qualified security expertise, backed by a purpose-built reporting platform — for a fraction of the cost.
The Challenge for Regional Airports
The professional security staff member is a critical function under Australian aviation security regulations. But for regional airports, filling that role is getting harder.
Experienced security professionals are scarce, salaries are rising, and when your security person leaves, your institutional knowledge walks out the door with them.
Relying on a single person creates a single point of failure — for compliance, for incident response, and for your Transport Security Program.
A Proven Model. Modernised for Today
Paradym’s DSC service replaces reliance on one person with a managed, documented security function supported by multiple qualified personnel and regulator-ready systems.
The model was originally designed and implemented by Paradym’s founder for a major Australian airline in 1996. It still operates today, nearly 30 years later. We’ve now adapted that proven concept for the broader airport market, supported by the Paradym Insight platform.
What You Get
Duty Security Controller
DSC Service
From $2,500
/ month
inc. GST · Scoped to your airport's size & regulatory obligations · 12 month contract
A qualified, 24/7 duty security controller service for regional and mid-tier airports — combining expert human oversight with the full Paradym Insight platform, ToolTrak compliance, TSP management, and on-site support.
Reporting & operations
- Security incident reporting
- Safety incident reporting
- Safety observations
- Corrective action tracking
- Dashboard & alerts
- Multi-user & role-based access
- Management reports
- Data export
Compliance & risk
- ToolTrak — sterile area & tool compliance
- Risk assessment (Paradym Cascade)
- ICAM investigation
- Audit checklists
- Control library
- Advanced report builder
- TSP maintenance & audit
- SOP compliance advice
DSC — expert oversight
- 24/7 qualified security controller
- On-site visit (min. 1/year)
- Support during an emergency
- Support responding to regulators
- ICAT training academy
- Security equipment procurement advice
The Platform
Built for aviation, not adapted from generic safety software
Paradym Insight is purpose-built for Australian aviation security and safety requirements, including ATSA compliance. Try the interactive demos below.
Security Incident Report
Standard
Regulator-ready reporting with classification, threat assessment, aircraft details, persons involved, and attachment support.
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Safety Incident Report
Standard
Full safety incident capture with injury tracking, PPE status, investigation fields, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
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Safety Observation
Standard
Quick, low-friction reporting for hazards and near misses. Anonymous submission option. Photo upload support.
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Risk Assessment
Premium
Multi-consequence Paradym Cascade methodology with live-calculating threat, vulnerability, and likelihood scores across seven consequence categories.
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Our Heritage
30 years of aviation security expertise
Paradym staff helped implement the original Duty Security Controller system for a major Australian airline in 1996. We bring that operational heritage to regional and major airports, backed by modern tools and training.
Founded in 2006 by two former airline security executives, Paradym delivers practical, regulator-ready solutions that don't require enterprise budgets. We operate entirely on reputation and referrals — no advertising, no sales teams.
30+
Years in aviation security
2006
Paradym founded
100%
Referral-based growth
"Practical, regulator-ready solutions that don't require enterprise budgets."
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Whether you need self-managed tools or full DSC oversight, we'll scope the right fit for your airport.