The individual in charge of the Royal Naboo Security Forces, holding the rank of commanding officer, was known as the Head of Security, and was tasked with the personal protection of the Monarch of Naboo. Captain Quarsh Panaka held this position at the time of the Invasion of Naboo. During the Clone Wars, Gregar Typho acted as the head of security for Senator Padmé Amidala. The Galactic Republic also utilized this title during the period known as the High Republic Era.