Protective Security - Various Roles

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 139962

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

Deborah McGuire on 02 5127 7235 or DEBORAH.L.MCGUIRE@HOMEAFFAIRS.GOV.AU  

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 26/10/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 3 immediate positions. 

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

Head Of National Security | Resilience & Protective Security | Protective Security 

Protective Security Branch (PSB) sits within the Protective Security Coordination Centre (PSCC) and provides strategic oversight and coordination across government for protective security advice and arrangements of Australian high office holders and at-risk parliamentarians and coordinates national security arrangements for declared Special Events. The PSB also enables supports to federal parliamentarians where multi-agency response is required.

The PSB provides an opportunity to gain strong skills across strategic stakeholder engagement, relationship management, teamwork, collaboration and problem solving. You will contribute to coordination and operational outcomes in support of protecting our people, parliamentarians, and institutions. Roles within the PSB perform a critical function to ensure federal parliamentarians are safe to perform their duties. This is a great opportunity to contribute to important national issues and develop your policy expertise within a supportive and dynamic environment.

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

Our ideal candidate

• Demonstrated capacity to be self-driven, resilient and work under broad direction to develop and implement complex policies, which are aligned to Government and Department strategic priorities.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to undertake complex research and analysis to provide evidence-based recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to establish productive relationships both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain plans and timeframes for project and program implementation, monitoring project progress and adjusts plans as required, seeing projects through active stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging opportunities or risks and respond quickly and proactively.

Duties and responsibilities

Additional duties and responsibilities are found in the attached position descriptions below.

Additional information

The roles currently available are:

• Security Advisor - Special Events Section
• Senior Security Advisor - Physical Security Section

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 26/10/2025 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 qualifications, 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 – 139962 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.  

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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

Internal applicants with technical enquiries can log a ticket through the Support Connect portal, send an email or call us

• Lodge an enquiry through the HR Help portal
• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

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 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.

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.