Regional Security Advisor

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - WA; ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 06 ($107, , % Operations working pattern. AFP employees will receive a 4% increase to their base salary effective from 9 December 2025

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This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year 
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child's date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Regional Security Advisor (RSA).

The Regional Security Advisor Network (RSAN) is attached to the AFP Security and Integrity Command. Advisors within the RSAN are responsible for the implementation of security risk management principles; promote proactive and positive organisational security culture, and effectively implement security policy as stipulated by the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), within their geographic Command structure.

The RSA position relies heavily on relationship building and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. Effective communication skills, self- management and motivation are vital for this role.

The RSAN is managed under the authority of Security and Integrity Command and provides nationally consistent advice to Commands to meet the fundamental outcomes of the AFP Security Plan. The RSA is imbedded within each Command and are the conduit between their Command, and the four pillars of AFP Security: Security Governance, Information Security, Personnel Security and Physical Security.

The RSA requires a minimum Negative Vetting 2 (Top Secret) clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain this level of clearance. As there may be short notice provided for Rapid Response Overseas Travel, the successful applicant may be required to obtain and maintain the necessary rapid response medical clearance. The RSA position works to the Operations Working Pattern, which attracts a 22% allowance.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

• Identify relevant threats, vulnerabilities and security risks to AFP sites and personnel, working collaboratively to develop appropriate security treatments to mitigate the identified risks
• Produce security risk assessments and treatment plans on AFP operations and activities
• Conduct site security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate security treatments
• Prepare, monitor, review and deliver site specific Security Response Plans
• Investigate and report on security incidents and breaches of security governance, devise risk mitigations and develop trend reporting to inform decision making
• Provide security advice for AFP hosted events, including the development of Event Security Plans
• Deliver Security Awareness and Induction Training
• Promote a robust and positive security culture through on-going consultation, collaboration, and communication with personnel
• Provide support to the Threat to AFP Personnel Program (BULWARK)
• Be the local point of contact for the contracted security guard service
• Assist all members within the Command to be aware of and fulfill their security responsibilities and obligations
• Provide updates to Security Command about any security-related events or works undertaken in their Command.

• You must be an Australian citizen.
• A Negative Vetting 2 (Top Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Demonstrated Australian Government protective security experience and/or qualifications.
• Experience in the production of site security assessments.
• Experience in the production of risk assessments and treatment plans.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight timeframes, with minimal supervision, while delivering high level outputs and contributing to the outcomes of Security and Integrity Command.
• Ability to undertake both domestic and international travel, sometimes at short notice.

The following skills and/or experience is highly regarded:

• ASIO T4 Security Practitioners Course or or equivalent qualification/training
• Qualifications in Security Risk Management (Diploma or Cert IV)
• Qualifications in Government Investigations

• These roles are at an AFP Band 6 level
• These roles are based in WA and ACT, applicants are required to be located in either of these locations, or relocate at own expense
• The RSA position works to the Operations Working Pattern, which attracts a 22% allowance.

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum one page). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.  

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contact Officer:  Damian Mouritz

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Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 10/11/2025

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