The Organisation The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value. Find out more information about diversity and inclusion at ASIO. The opportunity The newly established TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) Vetting Authority will centralise Australia's highest-level security clearance functions within ASIO over the coming years. Successful applicants will play an instrumental role in building this new capability, established to help protect Australia from the threat of espionage and foreign interference. This is an exciting time to join ASIO as we scale this capability. We are have multiple vacancies as we increase our vetting capability, including: AE4 Vetting Administrators (APS4 equivalent). AE5 Vetting Assessors (APS5 equivalent) We are looking for people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, bringing transferrable skills from professions including, but not limited to: HR or procurement. Defence, government, or policy. Psychology or counselling. Office management or business administration. consulting or contracting. Applicants seeking a career move within the next 12 months are encouraged to apply now. A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies. The merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months. The key duties of the position include Role responsibilities Vetting professionals contribute to vetting assessments in line with whole-of-government and ASIO security policies. Successful applicants will play a critical role in ensuring the right people have the necessary clearance to work in sensitive environments. AE4 Vetting Administrators: Work as part of a team to support vetting activities. Record vetting activities, liaise with clearance subjects and external stakeholders to initiate and conclude the vetting process. Undertake data entry, perform general administrative duties, and respond to general queries. Support the vetting assessment process with discretion and in accordance with policy and legal requirements. AE5 Vetting Assessors: Work as part of a team to assess whether clearance subjects are eligible and suitable to hold a TS-PA security clearance. Conduct research, checks, and perform administrative functions for vetting assessments. Engage with clearance applicants and external stakeholders to fill gaps in information. Conduct analysis, write assessments and provide advice that identifies areas for further resolution in the vetting process. What you will bring We invite applications from people with the following attributes: Curiosity, empathy and resilience. Understanding and sensitivity of the customs, practices, cultures and beliefs of others, and are comfortable discussing sensitive and personal information. Excellent interpersonal and strong communication skills. The ability to form and maintain strong working relationships with people from different backgrounds. Have a natural talent for strategic thinking and solving problems. Strong written communication skills. What we offer you ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including: A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%. A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance. Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance (please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available). Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education. Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks. Mentoring opportunities. Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).