Our participants, Our people, Our purpose

Currently, there are around 4.3 million Australians with a disability. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) implements the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), which is one of the biggest social reforms in the country since Medicare. As an Agency, we support more than 600,000 participants with a significant and permanent disability, and the families and carers of those living with disability. For many Australians, this will be the first time they receive the disability support they need. The NDIA is designed to enhance the quality of life and increase economic and social participation for people with disability and will mean a peace of mind for every Australian.

New roles await

The Protective Security Team assists to protect the Agency’s people, participants, visitors, information, systems, assets, and reputation. The team provides advice, awareness, education and policy that supports the Agency in complying with Australian Government protective security policy. The team is also responsible for security screening, security clearances were applicable and management of sensitive security matters.

We have an exciting opportunity for an APS6 Communications Security Officer and APS6 Security Systems Officer to join our team.

Where you can add value

APS6 Communications Security Officer

As the APS6 Communications Security Officer you will support the Agency Security Adviser and Chief Security Officer in identifying trends and providing advice, guidance and options on security matters, ensuring compliance with Australian Government security frameworks and associated legislation.

Responsibilities may include:

• Undertaking the duties of the Agency Communications Security (COMSO) or Deputy COMSO
• Managing the appropriate storage and recording of security Intelligence reporting and accountable material in the Protective and Cyber Security Branch in line with Australian Government requirements.
• Providing operational support in the conducting of Security Investigations in the Agency.
• Providing the Protective and Cyber Security Branch with support that ensures overall corporate governance, compliance and assurance contributing towards achieving outcomes and goals.

APS6 Security Systems Officer

As the APS6 Security Systems Officer you will be responsible for delivering security risk assessments, security compliance inspections and security outreach and training programs; including Agency security systems.

Responsibilities may include:

• Operating and administering the Agency’s security alarm, electronic access control, closed-circuit television and electronic KeySafe systems.
• Assisting with reporting for the management of security incidents, including matters impacting the organisation’s security.
• Providing policy advice about physical and administrative security and develop recommendations.
• Undertaking continuous improvement to identify system efficiencies and improvements and promoting a positive security culture by implementing initiatives and ensuring awareness of organisational policy.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Our ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role in the Australian Government.

They are a problem solver and proactively seek solutions to issues as they arise.

They excel at working closely with stakeholders, with demonstrated experience in building and maintaining productive relationships at all levels.

The have a contemporary attitude towards people with disabilities and the impact on individuals.

Previous experience in Australian Government Protective Security or consummate field, and/or Certificate IV in Government Security or relevant qualification is highly desirable.

Ability to obtain negative vetting security clearance required.

Your NDIA Experience

We work as one team. We are accepting, diverse and driven. We take a shared approach to making progress. We welcome and support each other and encourage different ideas, insights and opinions. We empower and enable each other to be our best. We collaborate, connect and work together to create a workplace that makes us proud. And while we're based far and wide across the country, we make sure nobody feels they are out on their own.

• You will work for a socially inclusive and culturally diverse workplace, that is making a meaningful impact to the lives of more than 600,000 Australians.
• Access to higher superannuation and above market leave entitlements
• Competitive remuneration and working conditions that support a positive work life balance

While this role is ideally performed from Deakin - ACT, remote working arrangements may be considered. We intend to fill this role in an ongoing capacity, however non-ongoing roles up to 12 months with the possibility of extension up to 2 years may be offered.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police History check, Worker Screening check and/or Working with Children Check (where required) and provide evidence of Australian Citizenship.

Applications for this role close Tuesday 29 April 2025 11:30pm AEST

If you have any questions, please contact Sean Giddings on 0411 800 283 or email [email protected]

With the exception of personal details, applications can NOT be edited or updated once submitted for consideration. Please make sure you are completely satisfied with your entire application before submitting.

NDIA is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability (PwD), First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. NDIA will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternate formats of the application form) or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact Hoban on 1300 550 388 [email protected].

RecruitAbility applies to this position: The RecruitAbility scheme supports people with disability applying for jobs in the Australian Public Service (APS) by giving you a better opportunity to put forward your skills and experience during the selection process.

There are certain roles within the National Disability Insurance that may require mandatory vaccination, subject to government order or directive. Evidence may be required prior to commencement.