Halo Security Specialist CIC is a leading provider of post-16 education in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and delivers a wide range of courses each year. With full-time and part-time both day and night courses available to young people and adults.
Ever since the Grenfell tragedy our company has been actively involved in working closely with the community in Kensington and Chelsea.
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Halo Security Specialist is led by CEO and founder Halsho Draey and consists of board members that have a variety of different specialist roles.
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We also benefit from strong working relationships with our partners; West Way Trust, The Curve, Sobus, Jobcentre, various charities, the Council, and local authorities including the police and the Pub Watch, who will be key to helping both the community in terms of security and training to planning courses that meet the current and future needs of learners, and with potential opportunities opening and finding them jobs is a priority.
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We are committed to working fairly with students, staff, partners, members of the community, and visitors. Read our Equality and Diversity policy.
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Our vision is to be excellent in every way and our core values are: Ambition, Responsibility, Respect
Halsho Draey - CEO of Halo Security Specialist C.I.C.
Founder and managing director of Halo security specialist C.I.C
Our C.I.C for Community Interest Company also stands for
For Charity – for Consumer- for Citizen- for Company – for Collector – for Caring
The company’s main function is Education, Security activities and Sport and recreation services. Growing up in Kensington and Chelsea England, Halsho has worked for various Security Companies in both the private and public sectors. Halsho has held a number of different positions, ranging from the trainer, assessor, internal verifier and centre director for numerous awarding bodies. Halsho now works as a Managing director for Halo security Specialist​
Halsho has spent over 20 years dedicated to researching and training martial arts with some of the best instructors in the world representing for the UK Nationals for Mixed Martial Arts achieving Gold medals.
With over 20 years of experience Dedicated to providing our professional services to both the public and private sectors.
Halsho is the lead security trainer for Halo Security Specialist CIC delivering training internationally and throughout the U.K.
Halsho brings his personal experience and knowledge to the training courses to develop security professionals of the highest calibre.
We specialize in education and security services providing courses leading to many different qualifications. We create employment and focus on recruiting in our beloved community of Kensington and Chelsea generating jobs and reducing unemployment.
Halsho also has vast experience in a joint agency working closely with the Local Authority for Public Protection and Crime Reduction and Criminal investigation.
Relevant qualifications
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Counter-terrorism awareness
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L5 work base learning in Event Stewarding
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L2 Door Supervision
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C&G L3 Conflict Management
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Physical Intervention
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CIEH L3 Health & Safety
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First Aid @work trainer
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De-fibrillation trainer
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Martial Arts qualifications on request
James Zikic – Close Protection Director / MMA Trainer
Career Overview
James Zikic, a former Mixed Martial Arts World Champion, brings over 25 years of expertise in the Security Industry. His career spans various roles, including Personal Trainer, Manager, Director, and Commander of Close Protection teams, with a strong focus on personnel sports training and security operations.
James has worked with numerous security companies across both private and public sectors, advancing to roles in Operational Contingency, Close Protection, and Emergency Planning. His impressive portfolio includes providing personal protection for high-profile individuals such as Anthony Joshua and David Icke, showcasing his exceptional skills and professionalism in safeguarding elite clientele.
Relevant qualifications
Qualified Trainer
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Emergency Planning
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Critical Incident Reporting
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Level 2 door supervision
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Level 2 CCTV
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Level 2 Physical intervention
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Level 3 Conflict management
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Level 2 Drug awareness
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First aid
Career Overview
Born and raised in Kensington and Chelsea, London, Araz Draey holds an Honours Degree in Performing Arts. His professional journey includes working for prestigious establishments such as The Berkeley Hotel and The Waldorf Hilton, where he excelled in delivering top-tier hospitality and customer service.
Araz has held diverse roles throughout his career, including trainer, assessor, internal verifier, and Centre Director for several awarding bodies. He has contributed his expertise to both the private and public sectors, showcasing his versatility and depth of knowledge.
Currently serving as a Residential Director, Araz oversees residential projects and operations, specializing in hostile environment training, kidnap and hostage awareness programs. With over 20 years of experience, his extensive background includes implementing the Security Industry Act and advancing the licensing standards for Door Supervisors. Araz is dedicated to developing security professionals to meet the highest British standards
Relevant qualifications
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SIA trained
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Assault course trained
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Terrorist awareness
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Fire safety awareness
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Fire extinguisher
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L2 Door Supervision
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C&G L3 Conflict Management
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Physical Intervention
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Manual handling at work
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CIEH L3 Health & Safety
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First Aider
Relevant qualifications
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Certification of completion in Polygraph Science and Methodology
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Registered with the British Polygraph Academy (BPA) & British European Polygraph Association (BEPA)
Heza Hussain - Certified Polygraph Examiner
Heza Hussain is a highly skilled polygraph examiner with over a decade of experience in advanced security fields, including Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Intelligence. With a proven track record of conducting more than 500 interviews, Heza stands out as an integral member of our team, recognized for his exceptional analytical abilities, interpersonal communication, and expertise.
Throughout his career, Heza has been involved in numerous high-profile cases at the highest levels of terrorist threat response, some of which gained international media attention.
At Halo Security Specialist, Heza brings his wealth of experience to the team, providing polygraph examination services, consultancy, and training tailored to meet the highest standards of the security industry.