Security Vetting Analyst Level 6

Security Vetting Analyst

Level 6

**$111,989 - $129,063 plus superannuation
**ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and promote

Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the Government.

Its work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security, international relations and

economic issues. It also contributes to Australia’s coordinated national efforts against terrorism,

proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and trans-national issues such as people smuggling.

ASIS is a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are empowered through authenticity and

a sense of belonging to achieve their potential and contribute to a shared purpose and mission. We

Islander peoples, women, people with a disability, neurodiverse, people from culturally and

linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQA+.

**ROLE**
Security Vetting Analysts make assessments and recommendations about an individual’s suitability to

hold a Negative Vetting or Positive Vetting security clearance in accordance with minimum standards

set by the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), and other policies and guidelines.

**All applicants engaged through this recruitment process will ultimately transition to ASIO’s Top**

**Secret - Privileged Access Vetting Authority. While the exact timing cannot be confirmed, we**

**anticipate this occurring within the next two years. Please consider this before completing your**

This role is office based in Canberra.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITY AND TASKS**

Outlined below are the key areas of responsibility for the Security Vetting Analyst:
Manage, to completion, the vetting security clearance process for allocated cases within
specified benchmark timeframes;
Research, organise and conduct interviews;
Perform detailed analysis and assessment and make recommendations in high level written
report form;
Develop and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders;
Contribute to shared knowledge with personnel security and vetting groups;
Undertake interstate travel as required.

**EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE**

The following education, qualifications and/or experience will be highly regarded:
Demonstrated high level reasoning and problem solving skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills e.g. clear, succinct and confident
communicator in a range of situations, including vetting interviews;
Comprehensive report writing skills;
Demonstrated understanding and experience in dealing with cultural and social sensitivities
(ability to find common ground and effectively build rapport, relationships and networks with
people, regardless of their background, age, gender or ethnicity);
A Diploma in Personnel Security (Vetting), a Cert IV in Government (Personnel Security), or
the ability to complete a Cert IV.
A current driver’s licence, ability and willingness to drive in city or country areas.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

aligned to the competencies for the position.

**Supports strategic direction**

Supports shared purpose and direction;
Thinks strategically;
Harnesses information and opportunities; and

Shows judgement, intelligence and common sense.

**Achieves Results**

Identifies and uses resources wisely;
Applies and builds professional expertise;
Responds positively to change; and

Takes responsibility for managing work projects to achieve results.

**Support Productive Working Relationships**

Nurtures internal and external relationships;
Listens to, understands and recognises the needs of others;
Values individual differences and diversity; and

Shares learning and supports other.

**Displays personal drive and integrity**

Demonstrates public service professionalism and probity;
Engages with risk and shows personal courage;
Commits to action;
Promotes and adopts a positive and balanced approach to work; and

Demonstrates self-awareness and a commitment to personal development.

**Communicates with Influence**

Communicates clearly;
Listens, understands and adapts to audience; and

Negotiates confidently.

**Job Specific Requirements**

Demonstrated experience and education relevant to the role.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants will required to attach a resume and submit a maximum 500 word pitch outlining their
relevant experience, skills and knowledge to perform the duties of the role.

**APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday 28 October 2024**

**ELIGIBILITY**

**REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS**

All requests for reasonable adjustments will be considered and managed in consultation with you. We

will continue to ask you if you require reasonable adjustments at each stage of the process. If you are

successful in gaining employment, reasonable adjustments can also be made available to you in

performing your role.

**WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?**

**You may receive a SMS requesting you to complete online testing. Please