Elites in the Sphere of Security – Security Elites (Security Sector Elites) Cover Image

Elity v sfére bezpečnosti – bezpečnostné elity (elity bezpečnostného sektoru)
Elites in the Sphere of Security – Security Elites (Security Sector Elites)

Author(s): Jozef Matis
Subject(s): Security and defense, Culture and social structure
Published by: Wyższa Szkoła Bezpieczeństwa Publicznego i Indywidualnego “Apeiron” w Krakowie
Keywords: security sector; elites; security elites; elites in security sector; elite groups in the area of security;

Summary/Abstract: The article defines the term „security elites“ (security sector elites) and presents three possible approaches towards its perception. The first defines security elites as people who use their authority and position to provide general security. The second approach perceives them as persons whose authority and position provide security in a particular realm of the society. The third approach describes elites as people providing security in a particular field using their position and authority they gained through specific training (so-called elite groups).

  • Issue Year: 2017
  • Issue No: 28
  • Page Range: 158-174
  • Page Count: 17
  • Language: Slovak
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