Aps6 - Personnel Security Advisor, Integrated Services

The opportunity we have available
The Protective Security team holds a crucial responsibility in overseeing the department's physical and personnel security obligations under the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
Our primary mission is to safeguard the department's people, information and resources from potential threats which could detrimentally impact the Australian Government's and/or the department's productivity and reputation, as well as the safety of our employees.
We employ a comprehensive approach to security, ensuring robust protection through close collaboration with key stakeholders, including cyber security, property, WHS and fraud.
This integrated effort allows us to address and mitigate diverse security risks efficiently.
Our team is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of security governance, continuously evolving our strategies to adapt to emerging threats and challenges.
We are committed to fostering a secure and resilient environment that supports our department's objectives.
In this role, you will provide advice to the Agency Security Adviser, Director of Protective Security and other stakeholders regarding evolving Personnel Security threats impacting on the department and/or changes to security policies, frameworks, and mandates.
You will oversee the management of eligibility and suitability screening processes in accordance with the Departmental Protective Security Policy, Protective Security Policy Framework and the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency's security clearance requirements.
You will manage a small team and the department's Pass Office function.
The key duties of the position include:What will you do?
The key duties of the position include:


Implementation of the of the Protective Security Policy Framework, including pre-employment eligibility and suitability screening, short-term access and security clearances waivers, ongoing suitability of employees, and ensuring separation procedures are undertaken.
Managing a small team and diverse workload and competing priorities in a busy environment, while providing high quality, customer focussed services.
Liaison with key stakeholders to develop and refine internal policies and processes relating to the management of personnel.
Complex case management of personnel at risk of breaching security requirements, including working closely with People Branch and the Chief Information Security Officer.
Developing standard templates and internal procedures for staff to implement and follow.
Undertaking administrative support activities including, but are not limited to: managing the pass office, the security breach database, and developing internal communications artefacts including review and update of intranet content.
Developing new, and update existing, Security policies and work instructions.
Delivering travel briefings to departmental and ministerial staff travelling for business purposes.
Assisting in contract management processes relating to external providers.
Undertaking audits, drafting briefs, preparing reports and recommendations and responding to parliamentary questions on notice.
Who are we looking for?
The successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate their capability against the APS6 Work level standards.You must demonstrate your ability to:


Achieve Results and Quality Outcomes - work under limited direction to develop standard process to meet agreed outcomes.
Manage a small team and ensure quality outputs by conducting regular quality assurance activities and develop processes to manage identified risks
Communicate Effectively - manage sensitive information, influence and negotiate outcomes and develop and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Prepare artefacts to uplift security awareness and understanding of obligations across the department.
Collaborate - engage and liaise with key stakeholders, particularly HR on various matters affecting individuals, their employment and the work of their section.
Provide quality customer service and technical expertise in regards to the Protective Security Policy Framework.
Have a growth mindset – a willingness to continue to learn, develop and foster an environment where team members can innovate processes and functions.
Think Strategically – evaluate complex information from a variety of sources, make connections and apply sound judgement.
Assist team to prioritise their work, while remaining mindful of risks and opportunities.
We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.EligibilityEligibility requirements
Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:



Citizenship: candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.
Health Assessment: The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department's preferred medical provider.
Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting 2 Level.
You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.
You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances.
More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.
NotesFor more information about this role, including the type of person we are looking for and how to apply, please refer to the position description available by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Getting to know the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts

Our work connects and enriches every Australian community, underpins our economy and society, and empowers our regions.
We provide strategic policy advice, fit-for-purpose regulation, and deliver programs, projects and services in the major infrastructure, transport, communications and arts sectors, supporting our regions, cities and territories.
Our staff have the opportunity to work on high profile and diverse national projects that have a meaningful impact on the lives of all Australians.
We seek people with a wide range of skills and competencies.
Whether you write policy, deliver programs, projects or corporate services, or have experience in research, data or technology, we look for employees who are innovative, respectful and professional.
We are an inclusive employer and promote, value and support diversity among our employees with the aim of ensuring our workforce reflects, respects and benefits from diverse communities including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, people with disability and LGBTQI+ people.
We are committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women's progression into senior leadership.
Our values outline the characteristics, behaviours and professional capabilities we seek in our workforce:


Collaborative – we work together and with others across the system, to achieve our objectives and deliver for the Australian community.
Respectful – we create diverse teams and a respectful and inclusive culture that supports high performance, innovation and the wellbeing of all people across the department.
Informed – we have the expertise, knowledge and skills that we need to succeed, and we have good communication practices.
Adaptive – we are constantly learning and adapting to improve what we do and we have corporate systems in place to support staff in a rapidly changing world.
Accountable – we are rewarded and trusted to deliver, we are held accountable for the results and delivering with integrity, and we celebrate our success.