Critical Infrastructure (PDF)

Allan McDougall is the Executive Vice President of Knowledge Advancement Solutions in Ottawa, Canada. A seasoned Asset Protection and Security practitioner, he has over 25 years between military, public sector and private sector experience in addition to being highly active within the research community.

A former combat engineer, his approach to problem solving can be described as pragmatic. His public-sector experience has included service as the National Coordinator Security Policy and Projects at the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, senior positions within the Fleet Security organization of the Canadian Coast Guard, the Senior Inspector for Ports and Marine Facilities and as the Manager and technical authority for physical security at Canada Border Services Agency.

Allan is highly active in several professional capacities. A member of the ASIS international Physical Security Council, he has been recognized within that association for his efforts to promote personal and professional development amongst practitioners. He has also been involved in the development of several international standards associated with human rights, workplace violence, and infrastructure assurance. He is currently actively involved in international efforts associated with the future of cyber security in the maritime domain and the evolving need for certification and accreditation.

Allan holds several professional certifications, including the Professional in Critical Infrastructure Protection, the Certified Master Anti-Terrorism Specialist, the Computer and Information Systems Security Professional, the Certified Protection Professional and the Physical Security Professional. In addition to his three other co-authored works, he has been published in several trade association publications and spoken at several educational sessions, ranging from local colleges to the National Defense University in Washington.