Security Governance Officer Level 6

Security Governance Officer

Level 6

**$111,989 - $129,063 plus superannuation**

**ABOUT US**

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 seek to
peoples, both men and women, people with a disability, neurodiverse, people from culturally and
linguistically diverse backgrounds and those who identify as LGBTIQA+.

**WHAT WE OFFER**

A competitive salary***

A career with a difference making a direct contribution to Australia’s national security

A unique working environment where the work is stimulating and our people matter

Ongoing training and personal development opportunities

Ongoing employment with opportunity for part-time or flexible work hours

Generous leave provisions

This role is office based in Canberra.

**ROLE**

As a member of a small team, the Security Governance Officer is responsible for assisting in the
development and implementation of security policies and frameworks, in collaboration with the Manager,
Security Risk and under the guidance of the Director Security Projects. The role will undertake security
risk assessments, conduct briefings and develop and implement policies relating to projects, including the
conduct of security assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle. The Security Governance Officer

will also review and update security policies as required in support of delivering large projects.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS**

Advise on security matters throughout the project life-cycle, including planning, design, construction

and possession of facilities;
Assist in developing ASIS policies and procedures for conducting security assurance activities and

during project delivery phases;
Assist in developing and implementing security policies, frameworks and procedures during the

design and throughout the delivery phase of projects;
Identify, assess and mitigate security risks effecting project delivery;
Assist with consulting on security risks and vulnerabilities and assist with formulating and conveying

solutions;

Assist in preparing reports on security activities during project delivery phases; and

Co-ordinate personnel security vetting requests for projects.

**CORE SKILLS**

Experience in delivering evidence led risk management advice to inform project outcomes,

organisational decisions and drive security outcomes and requirements.

Display clear and confident written and verbal communication and the ability to engage and

negotiate with a range of stakeholders.

Ability to prioritise, organise and work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, often working to tight

timeframes, while achieving project milestones and deadlines.

Qualifications in, or sound awareness of, security risk management processes, and

Demonstrated capacity for discretion and a high standard of security awareness.

**EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**

The following education, qualifications and/or experience will be highly regarded:
Demonstrated level of reasoning and problem-solving skills,

Sound verbal and written communication skills e.g. clear, succinct and confident communicator,

Sound interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder skills,

Capable of working within a team or independently,

Experience in security frameworks and risks,

Experience with security assurance and/or construction security,

Demonstrated, current knowledge of physical and technical security policies and practices including

the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), and

Preferred but not essential - A Diploma in Security, a Cert IV in Government Security or Security Risk

Management, or other security qualification training.

**We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you are excited about this role but**
**your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.**

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

be assessed on their ability to demonstrate behaviours aligned to the capabilities for the position.

**Supports Strategic Direction**

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

Shows judgment, 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 a