Rikus is a South African security specialist with a wealth of experience and qualifications. Rikus has extensive training and practical knowledge in the security industry, making him a valuable asset to any security team. With a wide range of skills and capabilities, Rikus has proven his ability to provide excellent security services in a variety of settings.Rikus is PSIRA and SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority) accredited. His PSIRA and SAQA certificates include Managing Hostage Incident, PSIRA Grades E, D, C, B, A, Firearms Competency (9 x unit standards), Armed Reaction, Cash In Transit, Retail Security, Hotel Security, Security Service Provider, and other security-related courses. He has also undergone military-type skills courses such as Level I Anti-terrorism Awareness Training, Evasion, Assault, Recovery, Fire and Movement and urban assault Techniques, Surveillance Urban, Surveillance Rural, Reconnaissance Hostile Environment, Guerrilla Warfare and Swarming Techniques, Hand-To-Hand Combat, Weapon Combat, Tactical Movement Day and Night, Rikus is also an NQF (National Qualifications Framework) level 5 Diploma and Certificate holder in Teaching English As a Foreign Language. Additionally, he holds a Code C Driving License (Trucks up to 16 000 kg) with PDP public drivers permit for goods and people, a Grade 12 IGCSE Mathematics certificate from the University of Cambridge, an Environmental Courses certificate from NQA Africa, and an SHE (Safety, Health and Environmental) Courses from NOSA.Rikus has worked for several security companies in various roles, including Armed Tactical Response Officer for TSU Protection Services and as a member of the Stabilization Tactical Crowd Control Unit for Red Ants Relocation and Eviction Services in Cape Town. His roles have given him hands-on experience in urban and rural areas, including some of the most dangerous neighbourhoods in the world, and working in farms, wine estates, and other assets.Currently, Rikus is working as a Private Security Freelancer. He uses his paramilitary security experience to offer his clients a wide array of security services, including Security Management, Tactical VIP Protection, Armed Escorting, Tactical Response, Riot Control, and more services upon request.Rikus is a passionate and intelligent security professional with a track record of excellent service delivery. His combination of formal training, and practical experience together with his critical thinking and management skills makes him highly valued amongst his clients.