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AEE1 Vetting Authority
Job type: Assessments, Security Force & T4 Location: Canberra Category: Ongoing - Permanent Job reference: 03820232024 Salary: $131,433 - $146,872 Closing date: 05-Aug-2024 Description: The opportunity The TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) security clearance is Australia's highest-level of security clearance and is managed by the Vetting Authority within ASIO. Over the next few years, ASIO will integrate existing Positive Vetting (PV) security clearance function from across the Australian Government and assume responsibility for the management of existing PV security clearances as they gradually transition to the Vetting Authority. ASIO is seeking positions at AEE1 (EL1 equivalent) level to support the Vetting Authority's critical mission and growth. In a challenging and dynamic work environment, you will be part of a professional and committed leadership team where you will manage a team responsible for assessing an individual's suitability to hold, or maintain, a security clearance that permits access to national security classified material. You will use your highly developed attention to detail, discretion and organisational skills to meet the diverse challenge of working in a national security environment, and demonstrate objective judgement and an ability to effectively assess and mitigate risk. Role responsibilities As a Vetting Authority Assistant Director in ASIO, you will be responsible for: * Leading and managing a team conducting security clearance suitability assessments, including conducting interviews and comprehensive clearance subject checking. * Applying detailed knowledge of security clearance vetting policies, procedures and quality standards to conduct effective quality assurance on assessments. * Managing personnel and insider threat-specific risks, including conducting and reviewing risk assessments and mitigations. * Building and maintaining productive working relationships across the ASIO enterprise and with external stakeholders. * Oversight of secure administration, storage and administration of sensitive personnel security records. * Contributing to the ongoing strategic growth of the Vetting Authority. What you will bring We invite applications from people with the following attributes: * Experience and demonstrated success in leading small teams. * Experience in a government security clearance vetting role. * Experience in maintaining a strong security culture. * Ability to interpret and apply government policy and procedures. * Ability to communicate with influence and build strong, productive working relationships. * Strong written communication skills. Desirable attributes: * Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security). * Holding a current TSPV or TS-PA security clearance. What we offer you ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including: * A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. * Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent. * A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance. * Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available). * Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education. * Access to seven staff-led diversity and inclusion networks. * Mentoring opportunities. * Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Eligibility To be eligible for the role, you must be: * An Australian citizen. * Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Reasonable adjustments Please advise ASIO Recruitment if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or within the workplace. Location These positions are located in Canberra ACT and applicants must be willing to relocate if required. Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where ASIO requires you to relocate. How to apply Click on ‘Apply online' to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following: * A written pitch of up to 500 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements. * A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you may have undertaken. * Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment. A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which has the same or similar requirements as this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months. Closing date and time Monday 5 August 5:00pm AEST. No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted. The Recruitment Selection Process – what to expect We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for the Assistant Director, Vetting Authority role. Please be advised that our selection process is rigorous and extensive. All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. The stages themselves may include: application submission, eligibility checks, online testing, skills-based assessment and panel discussion. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to participate within all stages of the selection process. These opportunities may include reasonable adjustment to assessment methodologies to enable full participation. Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace. ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment. We ask all applicants for their patience throughout the process. Once complete, we will notify unsuccessful candidates but will not provide feedback on any aspect of the selection process. The Recruitment Selection Process – Timeframes Candidates can expect the following timeframes for the recruitment selection process: * Positions advertised and applications received from July 2024. Employment conditions Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available. Enquiries If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6257 4916. More information For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au. Attached position files: VAN038 AEE1 Vetting Analysts.pdf

AEE1 Vetting Authority

Job type:

Assessments, Security Force & T4

Location:

Canberra

Category:

Ongoing - Permanent

Job reference:

03820232024

Salary:

$131,433 - $146,872

Closing date:

05-Aug-2024

Description:

The opportunity

The TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) security clearance is Australia's highest-level of security clearance and is managed by the Vetting Authority within ASIO. Over the next few years, ASIO will integrate existing Positive Vetting (PV) security clearance function from across the Australian Government and assume responsibility for the management of existing PV security clearances as they gradually transition to the Vetting Authority.

ASIO is seeking positions at AEE1 (EL1 equivalent) level to support the Vetting Authority's critical mission and growth. In a challenging and dynamic work environment, you will be part of a professional and committed leadership team where you will manage a team responsible for assessing an individual's suitability to hold, or maintain, a security clearance that permits access to national security classified material. You will use your highly developed attention to detail, discretion and organisational skills to meet the diverse challenge of working in a national security environment, and demonstrate objective judgement and an ability to effectively assess and mitigate risk.

Role responsibilities

As a Vetting Authority Assistant Director in ASIO, you will be responsible for:

* Leading and managing a team conducting security clearance suitability assessments, including conducting interviews and comprehensive clearance subject checking.

* Applying detailed knowledge of security clearance vetting policies, procedures and quality standards to conduct effective quality assurance on assessments.

* Managing personnel and insider threat-specific risks, including conducting and reviewing risk assessments and mitigations.

* Building and maintaining productive working relationships across the ASIO enterprise and with external stakeholders.

* Oversight of secure administration, storage and administration of sensitive personnel security records.

* Contributing to the ongoing strategic growth of the Vetting Authority.

What you will bring

We invite applications from people with the following attributes:

* Experience and demonstrated success in leading small teams.

* Experience in a government security clearance vetting role.

* Experience in maintaining a strong security culture.

* Ability to interpret and apply government policy and procedures.

* Ability to communicate with influence and build strong, productive working relationships.

* Strong written communication skills.

Desirable attributes:

* Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security).

* Holding a current TSPV or TS-PA security clearance.

What we offer you

ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

* A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.

* Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.

* A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.

* Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available).

* Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.

* Access to seven staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.

* Mentoring opportunities.

* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Eligibility

To be eligible for the role, you must be:

* An Australian citizen.

* Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.

ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable adjustments

Please advise ASIO Recruitment if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or within the workplace.

Location

These positions are located in Canberra ACT and applicants must be willing to relocate if required. Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where ASIO requires you to relocate.

How to apply

Click on ‘Apply online' to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:

* A written pitch of up to 500 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements.

* A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you may have undertaken.

* Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager

All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.

ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.

A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which has the same or similar requirements as this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

Closing date and time

Monday 5 August 5:00pm AEST.

No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.

The Recruitment Selection Process – what to expect

We thank all applicants for their interest in applying for the Assistant Director, Vetting Authority role. Please be advised that our selection process is rigorous and extensive.

All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. The stages themselves may include: application submission, eligibility checks, online testing, skills-based assessment and panel discussion.

ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to participate within all stages of the selection process. These opportunities may include reasonable adjustment to assessment methodologies to enable full participation. Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.

We ask all applicants for their patience throughout the process. Once complete, we will notify unsuccessful candidates but will not provide feedback on any aspect of the selection process.

The Recruitment Selection Process – Timeframes

Candidates can expect the following timeframes for the recruitment selection process:

* Positions advertised and applications received from July 2024.

Employment conditions

Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.

Enquiries

If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6257 4916.

More information

For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.

Attached position files:

VAN038 AEE1 Vetting Analysts.pdf