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.

The opportunity

As a Technical Specialist, Security Architect you will be part of the Information Security team with responsibility for the secure operation of ASIO’s ICT systems. The team provides advice and guidance to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems, applications and data. The team coordinates security uplift programs and manages security solutions across ICT systems to ensure our technical foundations are stable, secure, and Essential Eight compliant.

As part of the Information Security team, you will be responsible for ensuring security is embedded in new projects and capabilities, uplift activities, and ongoing system sustainment. It is a critical role in delivering on a range of strategic initiatives to support business and mission functions.

A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

Role responsibilities

As a Technical Specialist, Security Architect, you will:

• Evaluate ICT project submissions, ensuring security is embedded in all projects and alignment with the organisation’s security strategy, policy, architectural standards and roadmaps.
• Develop and implement modernisation strategies for security solutions, focusing on resiliency, scalability and sustainability. Ensure these solutions meet business needs and stay up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies.
• Drive system authorisation and security uplift activities, ensuring efficient risk management processes that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with project delivery teams and system managers to implement effective security controls, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Share expertise and provide mentoring and guidance to other security practitioners, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development within the team.
• Evaluate ICT project submissions, ensuring security is embedded in all projects and alignment with the organisation’s security strategy, policy, architectural standards and roadmaps.
• Develop and implement modernisation strategies for security solutions, focusing on resiliency, scalability and sustainability. Ensure these solutions meet business needs and stay up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies.
• Drive system authorisation and security uplift activities, ensuring efficient risk management processes that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with project delivery teams and system managers to implement effective security controls, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Share expertise and provide mentoring and guidance to other security practitioners, promoting knowledge sharing and skill development within the team.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Eligibility

To be eligible for the role, you must be:

• An Australian citizen.
• Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.

ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value 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.

Reasonable adjustments

ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for candidates to participate within all stages of the selection process. These opportunities may include reasonable adjustment to assessment methodologies to enable full participation. Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.

Location

This position may be located in Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne. Applicants would be required to relocate to one of these locations if successful. Relocation assistance is provided to successful applicants where required.

We advertise positions nationally to reach the broadest audience. Please refer to the above location before applying.

How to apply

Click on ‘Apply online’ to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:

• A written pitch of up to 750 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
• A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you may have undertaken.
• Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager.

Before applying you should familiarise yourself with the ASIO People Capability Framework and Core Capability Guide, both available on the ASIO website. To increase your chances of success, tailor your application responses to align with the relevant capabilities and levels outlined in these frameworks.

ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.

Closing date and time

Monday 14th April 2025, 5:00pm AEST.

No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.

Employment conditions

Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.

Australian Workplace Equality Index

In 2024, ASIO achieved the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold Standard, recognising ASIO’s inclusion work and positive culture. ASIO was one of only 7 public sector employers, and the first Australian intelligence agency, to achieve this status.

The ASIO Diversity and Inclusion Strategy reflects ASIO’s commitment and recognises the benefits of being a diverse and inclusive organisation. For further information about ASIO’s Diversity and Inclusion networks, please visit: www.asio.gov.au/about/diversity-and-inclusion.

Enquiries

If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at [email protected] or phone 02 6263 7888.

More information

For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.