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SalaryChief Operating Officer Group | Integrity Security & Assurance | Security Branch | Security Coordination Centre
Security Branch sits within Integrity, Security and Assurance (ISA) Division. The Branch is responsible for developing, implementing and administering security policies and procedures that promote a secure and safe work environment for departmental workers while providing adequate protection for the Department's information and assets.
The Security Coordination Centre (SCC) is the front door for Security Branch, responsible for central coordination of information and activities, including security incident management, reporting & analysis, physical access provisioning, first level resolution of security enquiries, as well as governance and secretariat support.
Our ideal candidate
- Experience with security incident management
- Knowledge of the Protective Security Policy Framework
- Experience in security risk assessment and security risk management
- Experience with Gallagher and/or other Electronic Access Control Systems (EACS)
- Experience with the Archer Integrated Risk Management software.
Duties and responsibilities
- Security Incident Management including prioritising, escalation and notification of critical incidents to internal and external stakeholders
- Facilitate access to Department sites using the Department's various Electronic Access Control Systems (EACS)
- Maintain a sound understanding of the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Department security policies, governance and practices
- Contribute to projects and security improvement initiatives
- Undertake after-hours on-call functions as required.
Additional information
Highly desirable:
- Experience in providing protective security advice in a federal government, law-enforcement, Defence or national security environment.
Desirable:
- Certificate IV Government Security
- Certificate IV Security and Risk Management.
How to apply
Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 07/02/2024 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 – 131127 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.
