Address Cyber & Infrastructure Security | Cyber & Infra Security Centre | Regulatory Compliance | Critical Infrastructure Program for Modelling and Analysis - CIPMA
The Critical Infrastructure Program for Modelling and Analysis (CIPMA) Section is responsible for:
Providing specialist technical analysis and evidence-based reporting on critical infrastructure interdependencies; designing and developing the analytical frameworks and in-house tool suite to enhance the Division's risk assessment work; and providing technical analysis of ownership and operational information of Critical Infrastructure.
Our ideal candidate
A strong enthusiasm for contributing to a detailed understanding of the Critical Infrastructure sectors, complex supply chain independencies, and surrounding influence vectors
Experience with applying scientific applications (such as MATLAB or Python), geospatial software (such as ArcGIS), and visualisation or business intelligence software (such as Tableau), in concert with research and analysis. Coding experience is desirable but not essential
Is highly motivated and shows initiative to work effectively and independently while prioritising their contribution to team projects
Ability to apply scientific approaches such as rigour and collaboration in solving complex, novel, open-ended problems in a rapidly evolving environment.
Duties and responsibilities
Provide technical expertise to support the work of the CISC
Engage independently with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including intelligence analysts, data scientists, academia, industry, Government and international partners
Strive to prepare and present complex information in an innovative clear and concise manner whether written analysis work or data dashboards and visualisations
Prepare, manage and carry out the technical analysis of critical infrastructure assets, owners, operators and essential services and their interactions
Develop, support and maintain critical infrastructure modelling of real world systems, including querying techniques of its representative data.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 18/03/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT – Late applications will not be accepted.
As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:
How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role
Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 129762 in the document footer.
Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
Diversity and inclusion
The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Technical assistance
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Notes
The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.
The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.
Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.
