NICO BEKIRIS
LONDON,LONDON
Summary
Doctorate Candidate in Crime Policy and Security and Police Constable with the Metropolitan Police Service. My research focuses on satellite infrastructure, critical infrastructure protection, security governance, and public safety. I am particularly interested in the policy challenges associated with protecting space-based systems and the growing relationship between security, technology, and international space policy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Law Enforcment Officer
Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)
London, London
2021.12 - Current
- Respond to emergency incidents and support the delivery of public safety services across London.
- Conduct intelligence-led policing operations, investigations, and safeguarding activities.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
- Apply risk assessment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in dynamic operational environments.
- Contribute to the protection of critical infrastructure and the management of security-related incidents.
- Engage with diverse communities to build trust, confidence, and effective partnerships.
- Develop experience in security, resilience, and public policy implementation through frontline policing.
- Pursue doctoral research examining satellite infrastructure, security, public safety, and space policy governance.
Education
Doctorate (Professional Doctorate/PhD) - Crime Policy, Security and International Policy Analysis
London Metropolitan University
London, United Kingdom 06/2025 -
Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice - Security, Public Safety and Criminal Justice
University of East London
London, United Kingdom 12/2021 - 12/2023
Master's Degree in Global Criminology - Global Security and International Governance
University of Roehampton
London, United kingdom 09/2019 - 04/2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and Dance Studies.
University of Roehampton
London, United Kingdom 09/2016 - 08/2019
Skills
- Policy Analysis
- Research & Data Analysis
- Security & Risk Assessment
- Critical Infrastructure Protection
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Communication Skills
- Strategic Thinking
Research Interests
- Space Law and Policy
- Satellite Infrastructure Protection
- Critical Infrastructure Security
- Public Safety and Resilience
- Security Governance
- Space Criminology
- International Security Policy
Languages
English
Fluent
Greek
Native
Spanish
Elementary
Accomplishments
• Master's dissertation recognised for outstanding academic achievement and contribution to security and policy studies.
• Recipient of two commendations from the Metropolitan Police Service in recognition of professional performance, operational contribution, and commitment to public service.
• Volunteer of the Year Award (2015), Positive Voice – Hellenic Association of People Living with HIV, in recognition of outstanding volunteer contribution, community engagement, advocacy, and support for people living with HIV.
Timeline
Law Enforcment Officer
Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)
2021.12 - Current
Doctorate (Professional Doctorate/PhD) - Crime Policy, Security and International Policy Analysis
London Metropolitan University
06/2025 -
Graduate Diploma in Professional Policing Practice - Security, Public Safety and Criminal Justice
University of East London
12/2021 - 12/2023
Master's Degree in Global Criminology - Global Security and International Governance
University of Roehampton
09/2019 - 04/2021
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and Dance Studies.
University of Roehampton
09/2016 - 08/2019