In South Sudan’s Fangak County, seasonal flooding, violent conflict and limited infrastructure create one of the world’s most challenging operating environments. For private security providers, operating responsibly in such contexts requires more than managing operational risks – it requires understanding and supporting the communities around them.In this episode of Field Notes from the Front Line, we speak with John Davies, Quentin Otieno and Gideon Iya from Archer International, an ICoCA Affiliate, about how the company has worked alongside local communities to strengthen resilience in the face of flooding and insecurity. From supporting dyke construction and providing practical health and safety training to adapting operations to complex local dynamics and prioritising staff welfare, their experience highlights the role responsible security providers can play beyond traditional protection activities.The discussion explores how community engagement, human rights due diligence and local partnerships can help private security companies build trust and contribute positively in fragile and high-risk environments.