WHO WE ARE

Zed Security and Guarding - longstanding security company in Colchester, Essex

Established in 1983, Zed Security has ensured the safety of hundreds of thousands of people across the region over recent decades. 

As a well-respected and reliable security company, we have worked with a number of prestigious clients across the East of England, such as the NHS, Colchester City Council, Colchester United FC, Cambridge University, Essex County Cricket Club, and national clients including the BBC, Channel 4, and many others. 

OUR OTHER SERVICES

A trusted security company delivering a full range of security services

We provide a full range of security services including manned guarding, static security , door supervisors, event security, mobile dog patrols, stewards, key holding and alarm response, and counter terrorism policing. Our teams are trained above and beyond the industry standard, SIA-licensed and driven by delivering consistently high standards of delivery and service.

24/7 Rapid Response

Our 24-hour help and support centre, and our effective rapid response unit, makes managing our clients’ sites a huge success.

OUR LOCATIONS

A trusted security company in Colchester, Essex and across the East of England.

Zed is recognised across Essex and Suffolk for providing professional security services, see the area we cover across the East, including the core locations of Colchester, Chelmsford and Ipswich.

NEWS UPDATES

See the latest news and blogs from Zed Security

What is your main role as a security officer?

July 26, 2023

What is keyholding?

May 23, 2023

How to become a security officer

April 23, 2023

OUR REFERENCES

Read what others say about Zed Security and our services

We pride ourselves on our exceptional service from manned guarding, static security, door supervisors, event security, mobile patrols, stewards, key holding services, alarm response and counter terrorism services. Here is some extracts from just a few of our many references and testimonials.

  • D. Cottrell, Logistics Manager
    I have been using Zed Security for the past 4 years and have always been completely satisfied with the service they provide…
    D. Cottrell, Logistics Manager
    NHS East Suffolk and North Essex
  • Charles R Chase, Chief Executive Protection Unit
    I very seldom write letters of commendation to security companies, but the service I received… was the most professional and experienced that I have worked with in recent times… I congratulate you and your colleagues for a job well done. I enjoyed coordinating the visit and working with your team members.
    Charles R Chase, Chief Executive Protection Unit
    International Monetary Fund
  • S. Short, Ops Manager
    I cannot recommend Z Security highly enough, we have worked together for a number of years now on large scale events such as Tom Jones, Craig David, Tears for Fears. The Team are always helpful, professional and calming throughout the entire process…
    S. Short, Ops Manager
    Liz Hobbs Group
  • Carl Saville
    Each and every member of their (Zed Security and Guarding) staff are always prepared to do whatever is necessary to facilitate the smooth running of our events and ‘go the extra mile’ without fuss or drama!
    Carl Saville
    The European Championships
  • D Sadai, Safety Officer
    Any extra demands or challenges that we impose on them (Zed Security and Guarding) are dealt with positively, with a smile, without complaint and it is a pleasure to have them on board.
    D Sadai, Safety Officer
    Essex County Cricket Club
  • M. Whitehead
    Thanks to you (Zed Security and Guarding) for such a professional job… your team sensed when and where security was needed and just got on with it… I cannot thank you enough for the way you all dealt with the sad end to the evening… you and your team were there in no time and dealt with the situation....
    M. Whitehead
    Trinity Hall, Cambridge
  • Ria and Emma
    Thank you for providing efficient and friendly staff, and I hope some of them will be back next year.
    Ria and Emma
    King’s Affair, Cambridge
  • Jack Mason
    You guys were awesome!
    Jack Mason
    Cage Warriors Academy