About Us
Founded with a purpose
Driven by passion to protect, AJ-Security delivers reassuring, community-minded security across Cumbria and beyond.
Our Story
Trusted Security Leadership
The company was founded following an horrific incident in 2017 when a local gentleman was fatally attacked in Maryport. He was also an active boxer of the town and highly regarded by many people, including Adrian Kirkbride, the company founder.
It was this incident that prompted AJ-Security to deliver services that would hinder or deter any similar occurrences ever happening again.
Security services should never be regarded as a cost, but instead, an investment for peace of mind and belief that everything concerned is safe and secure, and in good hands.
SIA
Licensed officers
35+
Years of experience
24/7
Security support
Our Journey
Since 2018 we have continued to grow
1989
A career begins
Adrian Kirkbride starts in the security industry, later serving in the British Army.
2017
A town changes
A tragic incident in Maryport inspires a mission to deter similar events from ever happening again.
2018
AJ-Security founded
The company launches in Cumbria with a personal pledge to protect and reassure.
Today
Growing across regions
Serving Cumbria, the North West and the Midlands, with training through AJ Training Academy.
Our Team
Meet the team behind the scenes
Barry Horabin
Instructor
Barry is a key asset to AJ Training Academy, bringing exceptional instructing abilities and a wealth of experience in the military, Close Protection, and First Aid.
Lee Molyneux
Training Advisor
Lee applies his in-depth military experience and passion for instructing to equip employees with essential security industry skills, including First Aid, Door Supervision and Close Protection.
Beth Wilson
Business Administration
Beth oversees all Business Administration at AJ-Security, ensuring smooth operations with keen attention to detail. Now managing compliance and daily operations, she upholds the highest standards of professionalism.
Adrian Kirkbride
Founder, Owner & Managing Director
Adrian brings over 35 years of experience in the security industry since 1989. A UK veteran, he upholds the highest standards of integrity and responsibility, ensuring AJ-Security provides trustworthy, responsive, and highly trained personnel.
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