Securocrat is a term used to describe a government official who focuses on national security matters and exercises excessive control in political decision-making. Some synonyms for this term include security official, authoritarian, top brass, security agent, and surveillance specialist. More negatively, one could also use the terms spy or dictator to describe a securocrat. These officials often prioritize national security over individual freedoms and may employ surveillance and intelligence tactics that infringe upon privacy rights. While some may view these individuals as necessary for maintaining national security, others criticize their tactics as oppressive and undemocratic.