The Team - Paradym

SCOTT BOZIC

Chief Operating Officer

BSC (HONOURS) Computer Science and Business, Carnegie Mellon University

Scott has over 25 years experience as a technology executive in Australia and the Asia Pacific Region. He has been a partner with Deloitte Consulting, a member of the executive team for Oakton, an Australian listed company, and grown and run multiple boutique services companies during this time. His focus is on operational excellence and delivering great customer outcomes.

ANNETTE VAN DOMMELEN

Director Sales and Marketing

CAANZ, GAICD, CMA, MEcon

Annette has been in technology sales for over 25 years. She is a Chartered Accountant, Certified Management Accountant and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is acutely aware of the business impact that Covid 19 has had globally, and proactively works to bring businesses back to a successful Covid Safe normality

Steve Lawson

Director and Founder

Steve Lawson has spent over 35 years at the sharp end of security and risk management, from policing and military service through to senior roles in aviation security and international consulting.

He spent a decade and a half with Qantas, where he managed airport and regional security operations, developed the airline’s security policies, standards, and electronic incident management systems. He coordinated Qantas’ security response to September 11 in New York and led operations in Denpasar following the Bali bombings. In the wake of September 11, he created Qantas’ air freight security policy and later implemented it as Security Manager Freight. He was seconded to the Commonwealth government to help establish Australia’s Air Marshal program, reviewing US and Israeli training and operations and providing recommendations for implementation.

Since co-founding Paradym in 2006, Steve has led security reviews and risk assessments across the aviation, government, and corporate sectors, including:

Risk assessments of Australian Border Force operations across eight major airports.
A comprehensive security review for RGE Group in Singapore, covering seaports, chemical plants, and one of the world’s largest pulp and paper mills.
Aviation security strategy reviews for Bhutan, Indonesia, Singapore, and the UAE.
Government advisory work for CASA Papua New Guinea and the Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation.

He has written numerous Transport Security Programs for airports, airlines, and regulated entities, and has served on multiple airport security committees contributing to policy development and risk management across major Australian aviation hubs.

Steve holds an MBA (CSU), diplomas in Quality Auditing and Security & Risk Management, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and is a qualified IATA Quality Inspector.

Today, he leads Paradym’s expansion into AI-assisted screening technology, purpose-built aviation safety platforms, and managed security services for airports across Australia and New Zealand.

Paul Vivian

Technical Support Manager

With over three decades of experience in security management that began in the governmental sector of South Australia, Mr. Paul Vivian has built an expansive career that extends from the intricate protection of government facilities to the complexities of international security consulting. His profound knowledge of the security field is grounded in hands-on technical expertise and enhanced by extensive project management experience in environments as varied as the Middle East and Western countries.

Mr. Vivian’s diverse expertise spans aviation, casinos, law enforcement, counterterrorism, correctional facilities, rail and public transport, and major sporting facilities, reflecting a deep understanding of sector-specific security requirements. Many of his projects for western governments are not available for publication, however they include state-of-the-art Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems, his expertise in integrating AI for analytics and correlation, and managing extensive networks of many thousands of CCTV cameras, showcases his adeptness in surveillance and monitoring. He has executed projects featuring coastal and ground radar systems for expansive perimeter defence, smart fencing technologies, and specialized detection systems like diver detection sonars and underwater fence detectors. His skill in orchestrating protection systems extends to autonomous ground vehicles and anti-drone systems, ensuring comprehensive coverage against diverse threats.

Mr. Vivian’s proficiency is further emphasized in access control, where he has implemented sophisticated badging and remote access control systems to secure sensitive points of entry. His work has encompassed the security of entire petrochemical complex administrations, safeguarding a multitude of buildings with varied functionalities, from headquarters to hospitals and recreational facilities. This robust approach to security encapsulates his vision of a seamlessly integrated, fortified infrastructure that is both resilient and responsive to modern security demands.Top of FormBottom of Form

A dedicated problem-solver, Mr. Vivian approaches security challenges with a commitment to finding and implementing strategic, technologically advanced solutions. His current role as an advisor within the Australian Telecommunications Industry showcases his adaptability and foresight in developing mixed reality training products, signaling a seamless integration of security and telecommunication disciplines.

Mr. Vivian’s academic credentials in Vocational Education, Project Management, and Security Risk Management underscore his holistic approach to security—a testament to his belief in continuous professional development and excellence. As a facilitator and consultant, he is passionately committed to crafting adaptive, resilient security strategies that meet both current and future needs, thereby fostering safer global environments.

George Lee

System Integrator

George Lee’s journey in software development spans over 30 years, originating in the fields of mechanical engineering and industrial design in Canada. His unique expertise has evolved, placing him at the forefront of military software design and testing for a global defence contractor, with his work extending to projects vital to NATO’s operational capabilities.

Mr. Lee’s proficiency in defence-specific communications software reflects a combination of technical mastery and strategic vision, essential for the advanced systems used in military contexts. His noteworthy contributions to the development of mission-critical software for Armored Vehicle systems, Military Rotary Aviation platforms, and crucial NATO and Australian infrastructure have emphasized the importance of embedding efficiency and dependability into these high-stakes applications.

A steadfast advocate for cybersecurity, Mr. Lee has prioritized the development of secure, robust software solutions capable of countering the diverse threats of today’s cyber domain. His professional ethos is characterized by a relentless pursuit of solutions that marry analytical precision with inventive breakthroughs, underpinning his significant contributions to advancing defence technology and enhancing national security.

William Dent

BA (Qld) MBA (USyd) Dip. Security and Risk Mgmt, Dip. Mgmt , Dip Quality Auditing, ICAO National Inspector, IATA Quality Auditor, ICAO Security Instructor

Mr. William (Bill) Dent who has over twenty-five years’ experience in security operations, intelligence, threat and risk, both with the Australian Government and in the private sector where he worked for Qantas Airways as its International Security Risk Manager before going into business with Steve Lawson in 2007. Mr Dent’s expertise is security Threat Assessment and Risk Management in aviation. At Qantas, Bill was an executive manager in Group Security Operations and in addition to advising management and the board on security threats to Qantas’s international operations, worked with the Security Operations team to ensure operational security both in Australia and for Qantas international operations. Since leaving Qantas, Bill has consulted nationally and internationally on aviation security. During his time working in Aviation Security, he has undertaken projects in Australia, throughout, Europe, India, Nepal and Bhutan, Oceania and South Africa.

Bill is an experienced Aviation Security Executive/Consultant with operational security experience covering Australian and international airports as well as domestic and international airline security operations. Bill’s knowledge of international threat covers terrorism, transnational crime, political instability and geopolitical security issues. His experience in aviation security has covered some of the most challenging security events in recent history, such as the 9/11 terrorist attacks and bombings in Indonesia, Madrid, Mumbai and London.

Recently Bill consulted to the Australian Government on a review of the safety and security of Australian Border Force personnel operating at Australia’s international airports. As well, with Steve Lawson, he carried out a comprehensive review of security at Paro International Airport in Bhutan, led a team in a review of Singapore’s air cargo and supply chain security, and carried out several aviation security reviews for the Indonesian Directorate General of Civil Aviation.

Bill holds a Master of Business Administration (University of Sydney); Bachelor of Arts (University of Queensland) and Diplomas in Management, Quality Auditing and Security and Risk Management. He holds ICAO and IATA qualifications and has successfully completed numerous Qantas Aviation Security courses and Government security courses.