The SPS was created in in the midst of the civil war. The Algerian state via the DGSN had decided to create a unit for close protection and escort of personalities such as ministers In its early days, all officers volunteered to work in the SPS.
Nevertheless, this service is to be distinguished from the DGSPP , which belongs to the Algerian Republican Guard , and is responsible for the protection of the President of the Republic, while the SPS is responsible for the security of Algerian ministers and their staff, as well as their families and Algerian and foreign personalities.
As the mission of protecting VIPs is very delicate, sensitive and complex, DGSN command has always insisted that SPS members be over-trained: the operational level is always maintained at the highest level thanks to the specialized training regularly organized in order to comply with international norms and standards in the field of close guarding.
Close protection techniques are instilled in them on a daily basis. To become a police officer at the SPS, you must be in good physical condition.
Members of the SPS are integrated into the service if they meet specific criteria, such as the physical constitution and personality of the individual. In addition, following physical and written tests, the selection of future SPS officers is the responsibility of a "specialized" commission that decides whether or not to retain the candidate.
