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Assistant Director, Cyber Forensics Technical Laboratory

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 140569

 

Location

ACT 

 

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $115,443.00 and $134,865.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Jordan Wright on jordan.wright@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Onsite - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 25/11/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Chief Operating Officer Group | Enterprise Technology Services | Cyber Risk Services | Cyber Detection and Response

 

The Cyber Detection and Response (CDR) section is responsible for managing the Department's computer network defence and cyber security incident response plan. CDR continuously monitors, detects, responds, and reports on cyber security incidents and vulnerabilities to assess the level of threat posed to the Department. The section is also responsible for executing the appropriate response to confirmed cyber incidents, as well as providing technical expertise and capability to manage the Department's secure investigations environment, network defence technology, and data collection and analysis systems.

 

The Cyber Forensics Team has been established by the Cyber Detection and Response Section, to provide a key capability to the Department and other government agencies. Cyber Forensics Examiners lead the provision of the Department's cyber forensic capability. They source, analyse, and make recommendations based on data recovered from digital devices as part of highly complex or sensitive investigations into matters related to security, fraud, and code of conduct.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

  • Expert in cyber forensics, overseeing technical operations and ensuring compliance in lab environments
  • Proven leader, skilled in duty assignment, casework management, and staff development
  • Strong resource manager, maintaining software, hardware, and quality assurance standards
  • Experienced in guiding and evaluating teams, adjusting workloads, and supporting professional growth
  • Excellent communicator, responsible for technical sign-off and timely reporting to stakeholders.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

  • Lead and supervise technical cyber forensics examiners, overseeing their training, casework, and professional development in line with competency frameworks
  • Maintain up-to-date industry qualifications, ensure team proficiency through regular testing, and contribute to the development and revision of forensic policies and procedures
  • Conduct and oversee complex digital forensic examinations, ensuring all evidence is received, logged, evaluated, and processed according to laboratory standards
  • Complete administrative tasks, including reporting and record keeping, and communicate findings clearly to internal and external stakeholders
  • Promote a positive workplace culture, collaborating with team members to meet deadlines and ensure resources are used efficiently, effectively, and lawfully.

 

Additional information

 

Tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in a relevant discipline (baccalaureate or advanced degree in computer science or forensic science or, equivalent up to date and current industry recognised certifications and technical experience) will be highly regarded.

 

Desired skills:

 

  • Possess relevant industry qualifications (CCE, CFCE, Cellebrite, NUIX), or have the ability to obtain
  • An ability to learn new skills, gain knowledge in a range of technologies, and attain specialised qualifications
  • Extensive experience with forensic cyber investigation procedures and toolkits (including but not limited to X-ways, Axiom, Cellebrite, FTK, Nuix, etc.)
  • Work experience in a Cyber Forensics Laboratory or Cyber Security Environment, including knowledge of the Information Security Manual (ISM) and Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
  • Knowledge of Operating Systems including Windows, iOS, Android, MacOS, and Linux
  • Knowledge of various computer hardware components belonging to desktops, laptops, and other associated devices
  • Knowledge of systems administrations of Windows Systems
  • Knowledge of cyber security or ICT related fields and concepts such as gateways, networking, virtual machines, cyber incident response, cyber security operations, cyber policy and risk management.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 25/11/2025 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 – 140569 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:
 

  • ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
  • Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
     

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

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

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

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 Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

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.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

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