Nicholas Dynon

Nicholas Dynon has extensive experience in security, risk management, and communication, currently serving in multiple roles at Optic Security Group since May 2019, including Product Innovation & Risk Manager and Enterprise Security Risk Manager. With a concurrent position as Chief Editor at DEFSEC New Zealand since October 2013, Nicholas oversees various defense and security publications. Previously, Nicholas held positions such as Tender Manager at FIRST Security and Business Development Manager Oceania at TT Services. Nicholas began a notable career in the Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection, serving in various leadership roles for over a decade. A part-time officer with the Australian Army, Nicholas has a diverse educational background, currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Defence & Security Studies at Massey University, alongside prior degrees in International Studies and East Asian Studies.