Securing Australia - protecting its people.Job VacanciesTechnologist Graduate Program – Mid 2025Job type: Technical Officer GraduateLocation: CanberraCategory: Ongoing - PermanentJob reference: 01920232024Salary: $86,602Closing date: 08-Apr-2024The OrganisationThe Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security.
We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.The OpportunityAs a Technologist Graduate in ASIO, you will directly contribute to the protection of Australia, its people and its interests.
ASIO's Technologist Graduate Program is a dynamic and fast-paced 12-month program.
You will be assigned to one of the following streams:Science & EngineeringData & AnalyticsInformation & Cyber SecuritySoftware Engineering & DevelopmentIT PlatformsYou will undertake 3 workplace rotations designed to showcase the breadth of work that ASIO undertakes.
Below is a snapshot of some of the work you may be involved in:Work with industry and domestic partners to investigate, implement and manage new capabilities, networks and technologies.Collaborate with business users to develop high-quality, high-performance software solutions within an agile environment.Advance unique solutions to exploit technically-collected data, including through use of Machine Learning and neural networks.Reduce the attack surface and assure the ongoing security posture of IT infrastructure.Undertake reverse engineering activities.Support cyber security investigations.Conduct forensic analysis of digital media.Provide technical collection capabilities, including telecommunications interceptions.Undertake complex data analysis and innovative visualisation to aid investigations.Evaluate technical surveillance counter measures.Engineer high-end mechanical and electrical solutions.What you will bringPreferred candidates will possess the following attributes:Ability to work collaboratively in dynamic teams.Display an ongoing commitment to learning.Design and deliver innovative solutions to constantly evolving technical problems.Essential skills and qualificationsTo apply, you will need to have completed your degree before the program commences, or graduated in the 3 years prior, with a degree of technical relevance, such as:Software or Computer Systems EngineeringCyber SecurityNetwork EngineeringCloud ComputingComputer ScienceInformation Technology or Information SystemsDigital ForensicsElectrical/Electronic EngineeringData Engineering, Data Science or Data AnalyticsMathematics or StatisticsTelecommunicationsProject Management or Business Analysis with an ICT focusWhat we offer youASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:Significant training and development as part of a 12-month graduate program.A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a Positive Vetting security clearance.Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave.Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance.Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.Mentoring opportunities.Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).EligibilityTo be eligible for the role, you must:Be an Australian citizen.Have completed a degree of technical relevance by the program commencement date or in the past 3 years.Be assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a Positive Vetting security clearance.How to applyClick on 'Apply online' to commence your application.
Your application must include:Succinct responses to application questions.A copy of your academic transcript.A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length.Details of 2 referees.Closing date and timeMonday 8 April 2024 at 5:00pm AEDT.The Recruitment Selection ProcessAll employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles.
Candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.EnquiriesIf you require further information, please contact ASIO Recruitment at or phone .More informationFor more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.#J-18808-Ljbffr