Aps6 - Personnel Security Advisor, Integrated Services

Career Opportunities: APS6 - Personnel Security Advisor, Integrated Services (46284)Requisition ID 46284 - Posted - $92,005 - $110,020 - Location of Position (1) - Ongoing - Full Time APS6 - Personnel Security Advisor, Integrated Services, Integrated Services Branch Title: APS6 - Personnel Security Advisor, Integrated Services
Classification(s): Employment Type: Ongoing, Full Time
Business Division: People, Culture and Change
Branch / Section: Integrated Services Branch, Protective Security
Location: Security Clearance: Negative Vetting 2
Job Reference No: 46284
Contact Officer: Hayley McIntyre on 0427310872 or ******
Closing Date: 11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 16 January 2025 Our Department ValuesOur values set the direction for what it means to work in our department.
They inform the standard and expectations of behaviours, skills and capabilities and the attributes we currently have, will continually work to achieve and develop, and that we use to acknowledge and attract, retain and recruit into our department.
The department supports workplace diversity and values the contribution of people from diverse backgrounds.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people with cultural and linguistic diversity, and LGBTQIA+ people.
The department is committed to achieving gender equality and, in particular, supporting women's progression into senior leadership. The opportunity we have availableThe 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.
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.
What will you do?The key duties of the position include:
Implementation 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 updating 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 processes to meet agreed outcomes.
Manage a small team and ensure quality outputs by conducting regular quality assurance activities and developing 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.
RecruitAbility minimum requirementsMinimum requirements for this role include:
Proven leadership skills and the ability to effectively coordinate work ensuring high quality and timely outcomes.Ability to provide a strategic level of specialist, professional and/or technical subject matter expertise.Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including strong attention to detail.Ability to provide timely and concise advice to inform and support executive decision making.RecruitAbility is a scheme which aims to attract and develop applicants with disability and also facilitate cultural changes in selection panels and agency recruitment.
How to applyApplications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEDT, Thursday 16 January 2025. In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria.
Rather, you should provide a statement of no more than two (2) pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences, and how these align with the advertised role.
You should also provide a CV, to a maximum of three (3) pages.
The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the 'Who are we looking for' section.
Your application should be received through the department's online recruitment system.
Applications via Indeed will not be accepted.
Timeline and assessmentA selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.
If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.
Applications open: 18 December 2024
Applications close: 16 January 2025
Application shortlisting: 20 January 2025
Further assessments: 4 February 2025
Selection report finalised: 17 February 2025
Offers and announcements: 24 February 2025 The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

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