Security Vetting Analysts

Mitchell Personnel Solutions (MPS) is looking for Security Vetting analysts to join our national vetting teams. MPS offers unique learning experiences and career development working with the Australian Government. 

Kickstart your career in security and intelligence, working with a diverse team dedicated to protecting Australia’s national security.  Opportunities are available nation-wide.

About Mitchell Personnel Solutions

MPS is a leading provider of personnel Security Vetting to the Commonwealth Government of Australia. MPS has built a business that empowers its people. We invest in our people and support them to develop their career. 

At MPS we are strong believers in the importance of Security Vetting and its place as a frontline defence against threats to the security of both the Nation and the Australian Government. With a workplace focused on wellbeing, we have built a diverse team of highly skilled and engaged staff. 

Over its 18 years in business, MPS has been a trusted partner with the Australian Government as a panel member supporting the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA). 

About the role

Your role will be a Security Vetting Analyst where you will make assessments and recommendations about an individual’s suitability to hold a security clearance in accordance with minimum standards set by the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), and other policies and guidelines.

As a Security Vetting Analyst you will:

• Undertake the vetting security clearance process for allocated cases within specified benchmark timeframes;
• Research, organise and conduct face-to-face interviews;
• Perform detailed analysis and assessment and make recommendations in a high-level written report of a candidate’s suitability to hold a security clearance;
• Identify and assess risks and anomalies;
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders;
• Be responsive to feedback;
• Work to tight deadlines;
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a high attention to detail and accuracy, and high levels of integrity and discretion; and
• Contribute to shared knowledge with colleagues.

What we offer

MPS will prepare you for a rich and rewarding career with future pathways to working within the Australian Federal Government across the Australian Intelligence Community. You’ll have access to a competitive remuneration package that includes compensation for the obligations of maintaining a security clearance and working in a secure environment. 

Learning and Development

Working at MPS not only expands your skillset in personnel vetting and intelligence, but it also provides an opportunity to broaden your understanding of the world, and Australia’s place within it. With various future pathways available, MPS are committed to targeted training and development for all employees. 

Work life balance

MPS supports their workforce by offering flexible and generous workplace terms and conditions of employment. 

Flexible working arrangements 

• Standard work hours for full-time employees is 7 hours, 30 minutes per day
• Generous leave including:
  • annual leave
  • personal/carers leave
  • paid maternity leave and paid parental leave

Support and Wellbeing

• Team building activities
• Tailored Wellbeing Program, including: 
  • an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counselling, advice and support for both professional and personal matters
  • monthly Wellbeing@Work sessions on a range of topics

Who are we looking for? 

MPS is looking for both a diverse range of people who have a genuine interest in national security and intelligence, problem-solving, critical thinking and innovation. 

MPS are committed to developing a workforce that represents the diversity of Australian culture and builds on the skills of each of the other personnel. MPS prides themselves on their peer-to-peer support and buddy program, as well as having an open and honest agile work environment. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Australians and people with disability. 

Eligibility requirements 

• Australian citizenship 
• The ability to demonstrate high levels of professional conduct and personal integrity
• Enthusiasm, excellent interpersonal skills and sound judgement 
• The ability to obtain and hold a high-level national security clearance
• The ability to complete a certificate IV in Security (Personnel Vetting)

How to apply 

Your application must include:

• Current CV including details of 2 referees
• A statement of claims no longer than 500 words outlining why you are applying for the role and how your experience and/or studies make you suitable for the role of a Security Vetting Analyst.  

A merit list will be established for candidates who are suitable and will remain valid for a period of 12 months.