Security Supervisor Level 6

Security Supervisor

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, 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 the Security Officer Supervisor, you will be responsible for managing our Canberra-based Security
Officer team to ensure that our people, information, and physical assets are secure. Our Security Officers
work on a 24/7 roster, and you will be managing their day-to-day activities.

You will be responsible for the management of the security systems, manage the security breach
compliance program, and develop and implement security policy, procedures, training, and security
awareness programs.

The Security Officer Supervisor will be responsible for providing strong leadership to the Security Officer
team. We will need a person with a strong team ethic and an enthusiasm for self-development as you will
be continually learning and sharing your experience with others.

To be successful in this role, you will need sound judgement, excellent people and customer service skills
including the ability to communicate with others clearly and concisely. In priority security situations, you
may also be required to act as an after-hours on-call contact.

A knowledge of Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework security requirements is
highly regarded although not essential.

The role requires a dynamic team player who enjoys working with stakeholders, team members and
individually on projects. You will be able to meet tight deadlines and work to support ASIS priorities.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS**

The following is an overview of key responsibilities and tasks:
Supervise and manage Security Officers to meet security requirements, including rostering of

personnel

Supervise administration of the security alarm systems, electronic access control, key

management, closed circuit television, and other security systems;
Monitor the reporting of security incidents by Security Officers and initiate security breach

inquiries and required compliance action;
Assist with the development and implementation of security training for Security Officers;
Assist with the development and implementation of security policy and procedures;
Assist with the development and implementation of security education and awareness

programmes;
Undertake emergency response duties; and

Act as after hours on-call contact in priority security situations.

**CORE SKILLS**

The following is an overview of skills required to succeed in the role:
Manage team resources, including people, equipment/technology,

Provide reporting and advice to line management and other staff

Pursue and maintain effective relationships with counterparts from relevant AIC agencies, DFAT,

other customer agencies and external suppliers

**EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**

The following education, qualifications and/or experience will be highly regarded:
Formal qualifications and/or training in management and/or supervision;
Formal qualifications and/or experience in conducting security-related investigations;
Highly developed customer service skills;
Proven experience in the prioritisation and organisation of tasks, often under time pressure;
Experience supervising staff or in a team leadership role;
Experience in the implementation of policy and procedures;
Current Driver’s Licence;
First Aid qualifications or the ability to undertake training; and

Experience working in a security environment.

**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