Ae2 Project Officer

**The Organisation**

The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.

**The opportunity**

Are you seeking a career at an intelligence agency where you can contribute and make a difference to the security of Australia? Do you have an interest in a career in Project Management?

ASIO is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Project Officer - Traineeship Program, commencing early 2026. As a trainee, you will be supported to complete a Certificate IV in Project Management Practice as well as receive on-the-job mentoring and professional development opportunities.

The program will showcase the breadth of work that ASIO undertakes and set you on a pathway for a career with purpose.

Trainees commence at the ASIO Employee Level 2 (APS2 equivalent), progressing to ASIO Employee Level 3 (APS3 equivalent), after the first 12 months and promoted to ASIO Employee Level 4 (APS4 equivalent), on successful completion of the program.

During the 24-month program, you will:

- Complete multiple work placements in different parts of the Organisation, to build your networks across various business areas and learn new skills'; and
- Be supported throughout your studies by a dedicated mentor and have access to a range of organisational support mechanisms.
- Additionally, you will learn how to support project teams by:

- Contributing to planning and delivery of critical projects;
- Contributing to various projects at all stages of the project lifecycle, including; inception, planning, delivery and closure;
- Communicating effectively in a fast-paced and exciting environment; and
- Competently using numerous ASIO information systems to deliver the required organisational outcomes.

**Role responsibilities**

As a Project Officer Trainee, you will:

- Assist ASIO's Project Managers to deliver state-of-the-art technology projects;
- Assist ASIO's Project Managers in providing up-to-date advice to stakeholders, users and ASIO executives;
- Assist in identifying and documenting stakeholder needs and requirements, and provide support in the development of capability requirements;
- Contribute to project risk management activities to enable project success;
- Assist ASIO's Project Managers in the tracking of project finances, including preparing documentation, and seeking approval to spend Commonwealth funds;
- Utilise ICT systems to create, organise, assess, store and share critical project and technology information;
- Assist with monitoring document security and assess risks to information security;
- Assist with the planning of project activities and establish task plans; and
- Build effective relationships with teams across diverse work domains such as IT, security, operations, finance, HR and facilities management.

**What you will bring**
- An interest in developing new skills and starting a career in project management.
- The ability to learn and adhere to ASIO's Security practices.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Willingness to be open to new ways of thinking and working.
- Excellent organisation skills.
- Enthusiasm and willingness to work collaboratively to contribute to team goals.
- Strong attention to detail.

**What we offer you**

ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

- Significant training and development opportunities.
- A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
- A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance.

Please note:

- Due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available.
- During the traineeship, part-time working arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis and may require extension of the program in order to be accommodated.
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Tailored mentoring opportunities.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**Eligibility**

To be eligible for the role, you must be:

- An Australian citizen.
- Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.

**Location**

**How to apply**

A written pitch, addressing the following questions (no more than 500 words):

- Why do you consider ASIO's Project Officer - Traineeship to be a good career opportunity for yo