APS5 Client Services Security Officer

12-month contract with possibility of extension| Canberra Location | $53.27 - $56.92 per hour plus 11% superannuation

OVERVIEW

Our Federal Government client is currently seeking an experienced Client Services Security Officer to join their team at the APS5 level. Within this role you will undertake and coordinate security clearance vetting in co-operation with the department’s panel of outsourced vetting service providers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaising internally and externally to commence, monitor, progress, undertake quality assurance and finalise security clearance processes.
• Providing policy and related procedural advice regarding security clearance requirements as outlined in the Australian Government’s Protective Security Policy Framework and the department’s Security Framework.
• Undertaking a variety of administrative duties to support security clearance processes and investigations, including developing reporting and assurance frameworks, working closely with the department network to transition processes and developing innovative approaches to managing caseloads in online systems.

• Cert IV Government (Personnel Security) or Cert IV Government Investigations.
• 5 years working in a fast-paced office environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work proactively and with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the Australian Government’s Protective Security Policy Framework desirable.
• Experience with government records management and filing systems is desirable.

SOS Recruitment is committed to the principles of workplace diversity and equity in employment and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs and LGBTIQ people.

This is a security assessed position. Applicants must be an Australian citizen, with successful candidate holding a Negative Vetting Level 1 Australian Government security clearance and undergo other employment suitability checks.

Please be advised If the closing date has passed for the particular position(s) you are interested in, we still encourage an application. Occasionally late applications are accepted and in addition we will retain your resume on our system for other positions as they arise.