For police, military and government organisations operating specialist Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) capabilities, developing competent personnel is only part of the challenge. Arguably the greater challenge lies in maintaining that advanced TSCM capability over time. Unlike many technical disciplines, TSCM sits at the intersection of technology, operational experience, investigative methodology and critical thinking. It is…
Commercial TSCM training is in demand. The Verrimus TSCM Training Facility has long maintained its reputation as a highly specialised, covert training environment, delivering advanced Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) instruction exclusively to government, military and police teams. That remains unchanged. However, we recognise that the commercial sector increasingly faces sophisticated technical surveillance threats, and…
As we move into 2026, Verrimus continues to lead the delivery of Operational Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) training, drawing on more than 15 years of experience supporting military, police, and government teams worldwide. Our training is built on real operational knowledge, gained through working alongside practitioners in complex and demanding environments across the globe.…
Beyond Physical and Cyber Security Processes Securing your organisation goes far beyond the security processes associated with physical barriers and digital firewalls. Increasingly, the threat comes from technical surveillance—covert devices designed to capture sensitive conversations, video, or data without consent. This is where Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) become essential. Building TSCM into your organisation’s security…
TSCM OPERATOR TRAINING Today at the Verrimus TSCM Training Centre, we conducted a focused session of in-house TSCM Operator training – a vital and regular requirement for all Verrimus Operators to ensure they remain at peak operational readiness. In addition to this scheduled training, today marked an exciting milestone: the first operational evaluation for our…
What is a Bug Sweep? Understanding the Threat of Covert Surveillance In an era where surveillance technology is widely accessible and increasingly discreet, the risk of being secretly monitored is very real. Whether in your home, vehicle, or workplace, the threat posed by bugging devices—also known as covert listening devices—is greater than ever. These hidden…
The Psychology of Searching Behaviour: How Verrimus Integrates Human Perception into TSCM Training At Verrimus, our approach to Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) training goes far beyond technology and tools. We believe that effective privacy defence is as much about the psychology of perception and behaviour as it is about devices and detection equipment. A critical…
Do you know what OPSEC is? I’ve had a fair few people ask me why I’m so careful about what details I share about Verrimus and how we operate. One even said, “You keep your business details close to your chest, don’t you? Why the secrecy?” 🤣 Firstly, it’s not secrecy—it’s called operational security (OPSEC),…
The risk of bugging is real. In every area of life, awareness is the cornerstone of effective protection. Whether safeguarding personal information, securing business processes, or preventing technical surveillance, the principle remains the same: if you are not aware of a threat, you cannot adequately prepare to counter it. This is especially true when considering…
Verrimus and Cautus: Collaborative TSCM Service provision. In the rapidly changing world of Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures (TSCM), success is built on expertise, innovation, and collaboration. With this in mind, Verrimus, a globally acclaimed leader in TSCM services, has proudly announced a professional partnership with Cautus. Cautus are a newly established Belgian firm already making waves…