AG - Security Advisor - APS 6

13 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Dynamic Template Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year


AG - Security Advisor - APS 6

Job no: 512175

Work type: Contractor, Part Time

Location: ACT

About the role:

Reporting to the Agency Security Adviser, the Security Adviser will be responsible for the following key duties:

  • Provide advice to the Royal Commission in the development of security policies and procedures in line with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF);
  • Provide advice and support to the Commissioners, CEO and other Royal Commission officers on protective security matters;
  • Regulate, monitor and report on the Royal Commission's protective security procedures and systems;
  • Develop and maintain a Royal Commission Protective Security Plan based on the evolving minimum standards applicable in the PSPF and analysis of specific protective security threats and risks;
  • Conduct or facilitate appropriate security awareness training programs for Royal Commission employees and contractors;
  • Liaise with the ICT manager regarding information security training and compliance;
  • Establish and maintain personnel security aftercare measures;
  • Manage security incidents and conduct, facilitate or assist in investigations;
  • Liaise with co-tenants, agencies and security agencies on matters of Royal Commission security;
  • Conduct or facilitate security threat and risk assessments;
  • Maintain a security risk register;
  • Contribute to fraud control measures;
  • Contribute to business continuity planning;
  • Administer the Royal Commission physical security infrastructure and compliance related to sensitive facilities;
  • Develop, implement and monitor operational and procedural documentation;
  • Act in emergencies to ensure protection of the Royal Commission's information, people and assets; and
  • Liaise with facilities management and building management to facilitate secure movement of assets to meet Royal Commission needs.

Selection Criteria

Selection Criteria is based on the Integrated Leadership System:



APS Level 1-6 (and equivalent) Employees

  • Supports Strategic Direction
  • Achieves Results
  • Supports Productive Working Relationships
  • Displays Personal Drive & Integrity
  • Communicates with Influence


Job Specific Criteria: 

  • Demonstrated skills and experience in the development and management of protective security policies and practice within a government or government-related agency;
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in the provision of protective security advice;
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in security risk management; and
  • Experience in training delivery would be an advantage.

Advertised: 24 Sep 2009 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close:

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