Posted 13 days ago
Description
Base pay range
A$86,887.00/yr - A$93,066.00/yr
The Role
Are you a passionate and high‑performing security professional looking to make a real impact? The Security Operations Team is inviting motivated individuals to join our dynamic and supportive environment in the exciting role of Divisional Security Officer. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to protective security within a purpose‑driven research organisation, where your expertise will help shape innovative solutions and foster a strong security culture across Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG).
As an APS 5 Divisional Security Officer, you will play a vital role in engaging directly with the workforce, building strong relationships across DSTG’s divisions, and promoting a positive security culture. This is a customer‑facing, fast‑paced role where your ability to communicate, collaborate, and provide tailored security advice is key to success.
The role goes far beyond a traditional help desk. You will be actively involved in delivering consistent, risk‑based security advice, providing accurate and timely support, and mentoring and guiding customers to achieve positive security outcomes. Your contribution will help shape a secure and innovative research environment through meaningful engagement and professional expertise.
This role offers the chance to work on complex personnel and protective security matters, monitor divisional performance, and promote a proactive, risk‑based approach to security in a cutting‑edge research environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear, concise advice on complex security enquiries using sound judgement and interpretation of Defence and whole‑of‑government policy.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security measures aligned with policy.
- Guide and support the development of Security Risk Assessments (SRAs), and where appropriate, complete and deliver SRAs along with implementing effective mitigation strategies for DSTG activities, facilities, and events.
- Proactively identify and address potential security risks, and respond to incidents in accordance with policy to uphold research security integrity.
- Achieve and maintain physical security certification and accreditation for DSTG facilities.
- Establish and nurture strong
