About Cerberus
Tactical Security
From CCTV monitoring and access control to mobile patrols and risk consultancy, we align every decision to compliance, evidence and outcomes, not guesswork or improvisation.
We protect critical sites across South Africa, Dubai and the wider UAE. In South Africa, this includes armed guarding and tactical response for higher-risk locations, delivered by licensed and trained personnel. In Dubai and the UAE, our focus is on SIRA-aligned system design, control rooms and on-site guarding that meets local regulatory requirements.
PSIRA-aligned guarding
(South Africa)
Multi-site
coverage
24/7
operations desk
Audit-ready
handovers
SLA and KPI
reporting
PSIRA-aligned guarding
(South Africa)
Multi-site
coverage
24/7
operations desk
Audit-ready
handovers
SLA and KPI
reporting
PSIRA-aligned guarding
(South Africa)
SIRA-aligned design and documentation (Dubai/UAE)
Multi-site
coverage
24/7
operations desk
Audit-ready handovers
SLA and KPI reporting
OUR STORY
- Cerberus Tactical Security started from a simple observation: security often fails where paperwork and practice do not match. Control rooms are built without clear procedures, guards are deployed without a proper risk register, and systems go live without anyone owning the evidence trail.
- We set out to build a different type of security partner one that treats every site like a live audit, not a box-ticking exercise. Today, Cerberus operates across South Africa and Dubai/UAE, combining on-the-ground guarding with compliant system design, monitoring and documentation.
- We have grown from our first multi-site deployment into a trusted partner for clients who need security that is practical on the ground and defensible on paper.
Mission and values
Compliance
first
We design, document, and operate strictly aligned with PSIRA and SIRA standards. This ensures faster, smoother approvals and seamless license renewals.
Evidence, not
guesswork
We provide verifiable data: logs, exports, and KPIs you can rely on. Be prepared and confident for all internal audits and external investigations.
Right-sized protection
Security controls are accurately mapped to your actual risk. We prevent overspending on unnecessary hardware or deploying excess security personnel.
Clarity and
speed
Clear scopes, detailed handovers, and responsive escalation protocols are standard. We guarantee rapid action when situations change or incidents occur.
Care and accountability
We own all security outcomes, reviewing every incident to continuously refine procedures. Our commitment is rooted in relentless, ongoing service improvement.
Mission and values
Compliance
first
We design, document, and operate strictly aligned with PSIRA and SIRA standards. This ensures faster, smoother approvals and seamless license renewals.
Evidence, not
guesswork
We provide verifiable data: logs, exports, and KPIs you can rely on. Be prepared and confident for all internal audits and external investigations.
Right-sized protection
Security controls are accurately mapped to your actual risk. We prevent overspending on unnecessary hardware or deploying excess security personnel.
Clarity and speed
Clear scopes, detailed handovers, and responsive escalation protocols are standard. We guarantee rapid action when situations change or incidents occur.
Care and accountability
We own all security outcomes, reviewing every incident to continuously refine procedures. Our commitment is rooted in relentless, ongoing service improvement.
WHAT WE DO (at a glance)
We combine consultancy, systems and response so you do not have to juggle multiple vendors.
Guarding and tactical response | South Africa
Armed guarding and tactical response teams for higher-risk environments, staffed by licensed, vetted personnel. From fixed posts to rapid response, we prioritise control, discipline and clear reporting.
Corporate and residential security | South Africa and UAE
Front-of-house guarding, access management, visitor handling and perimeter protection for offices, compounds and mixed-use developments.
CCTV monitoring and control rooms
On-site or centralised control room design and operation, with health-checked uptime, incident logs and evidential exports ready for use if required.
Access control and door systems
Safe ingress and egress, visitor flow management and clear audit trails across tenants, residents and contractors.
Mobile patrols, keyholding and alarm response
Verified patrol routes, routine checks and structured responses to alarms, with incident records that feed into your risk picture.
Risk and compliance consultancy
From initial risk assessments and system specifications to SIRA-aligned design documents in Dubai and governance frameworks that satisfy internal stakeholders and regulators.
Discover all our SIRA and PSIRA compliant services on Our Services page.
Who we work with
We support organisations that cannot afford for security to fail.
- Retail groups and shopping centres
- Logistics, warehousing and industrial sites
- Corporate offices and business parks
- Residential compounds and gated communities
- Hospitality and leisure venues
- Education, healthcare and public-sector facilities
Whether you run a single high-risk site or a multi-site portfolio across South Africa and Dubai/UAE, we design security that fits the operational reality.
Where we operate
Dubai and the wider UAE
SIRA-aligned system design, control rooms, monitoring and on-site guarding for businesses that need approvals, renewals and inspections to run smoothly.
South Africa
Integrated guarding and tactical response for commercial, industrial, retail and residential clients, including armed guarding where risk and regulations require it.
Many clients operate across both regions. Our frameworks are built so that risk registers, procedures and reporting are consistent, even where regulations differ.
How WE work
From the first call to ongoing reporting, the process is structured, predictable
and documented.
Assess and understand
We start with a structured assessment: site walk-throughs, existing system reviews, incident history and regulatory requirements in your jurisdiction.
Design and plan
We build compliant, risk-based security designs (SIRA/PSIRA) covering all functions from guarding profiles to CCTV/access control.
Deploy and train
We deploy guards, supervisors and control room operators with clear instructions, standard operating procedures and communication protocols.
Monitor and report
Incidents, patrols, alarms and system health are logged and reviewed. We provide SLA and KPI reporting that is usable, not just a stack of PDFs.
Review and improve
Regular reviews of incidents, false alarms and near-misses inform changes in design, staffing, routing and procedures.
Credentials and assurance
- Guarding services in South Africa delivered by personnel licensed in line with PSIRA requirements.
- System design and documentation in Dubai/UAE aligned with SIRA regulations and the Preventive Systems Manual.
- Structured induction and refresher training for guards, supervisors and control-room staff.
- Documented incident handling, escalation paths and evidential export procedures.
- Audit-ready handovers and as-built documentation for systems and procedures.
Leadership and team
Cerberus Tactical Security is led by a team with deep experience in:
Armed guarding, tactical response and protective services in South Africa.
System design, SIRA processes and control-room operations in Dubai and the UAE.
Managing multi-site portfolios for clients who require consistent standards across regions.
Our operations teams are supported by compliance specialists, trainers and control-room supervisors who focus on detail and documentation as much as day-to-day response.
Community, sustainability and impact
- Local hiring and development of licensed security professionals in both South Africa and the UAE.
- Continuous training focused on professionalism, de-escalation and accurate reporting.
- Vendor selection that favours durable equipment, lower lifetime cost and reduced environmental impact.
- Support for community safety initiatives, such as neighbourhood safety programmes and awareness campaigns.
We aim to leave every site and community safer, more structured and better prepared than when we arrived.
Results and social proof
Cerberus Tactical Security is led by a team with deep experience in:
Retail roll-out
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Compound security
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Logistics and warehousing
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Retail roll-out
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Compound security
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Logistics and warehousing
A logistics operator in South Africa integrated armed guarding, patrols and CCTV monitoring, improving response to incidents and giving management clearer oversight of security risks.
Do you provide armed security?
Yes, in South Africa we provide armed guarding and tactical response, delivered by licensed and vetted personnel where the risk profile and regulations require it. In Dubai and the wider UAE, our services focus on compliant system design, monitoring and on-site guarding in line with local regulations.
Do you cover my area?
We operate across South Africa and Dubai/UAE, with the ability to support single sites and multi-site portfolios. For specific locations, please contact us and we will confirm coverage.
Can you help with SIRA and other approvals?
Yes. In Dubai/UAE, we design and document systems in line with SIRA expectations and the Preventive Systems Manual, supporting smoother approvals and renewals. In South Africa, our guarding models and procedures align with PSIRA requirements and recognised best practice.
What happens after installation or deployment?
We do not walk away once systems or guarding are in place. We provide SLAs, KPI packs, health monitoring and scheduled reviews so that your security remains effective and compliant over time.
What types of sites do you specialise in?
We secure retail, logistics, industrial, residential, corporate and hospitality sites, as well as public-facing facilities such as education and healthcare. If your environment is sensitive, high-traffic or high-value, we can design a suitable model