Who we are The Office of the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) is central to the independent oversight of the Australian intelligence and security agencies. The Inspector-General is an independent statutory office holder with oversight of the activities of Australia's intelligence and security agencies to ensure they act legally and with propriety, comply with ministerial guidelines and directives, and respect human rights. The work of the Inspector-General and his staff provides assurance to ministers, the parliament and the public that these agencies are using their powers as intended. We are a small portfolio agency, proud of our contribution to the national interest. We recognise that our people are our greatest asset - we recruit and retain highly capable, motivated professionals with high levels of integrity and personal drive; and we invest in, and value, their development. Further, we offer a rewarding, positive, and inclusive environment, empowering staff to work flexibly in their contribution to the achievement of agency goals. It is an exciting time for our office, as we undergo a period of change and growth. As a result of an expected expansion in our jurisdiction and new powers granted to intelligence agencies in recent years, the office is expected to grow to strengthen our capabilities. The key duties of the position include The Opportunity The Security team at the IGIS is robust, flexible, hard-working and team oriented. We are small in size with a diverse range of experience and attributes. The security team provides support to the entire office across a range of specialist security areas. The security team builds on the security posture in line with the requirements of the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and manages compliance and assurance within the security governance framework required in a highly classified environment. Please note, this position is Canberra-based with opportunity to negotiate flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working arrangements; however, the majority of the work will need to be conducted at the Canberra office. Key responsibilities of Assistant Director, Security include: Typical activities of this security role include but are not limited to: fulfilling the functions of Security Adviser in respect of physical security ensuring the Office's security arrangements are operationally effective and provide a secure workplace for personnel and resources managing compliance and assurance within the security governance framework, including the mandatory requirements of the Government's Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and the Office's security plan identifying security risks and implementing appropriate, proportionate treatments to mitigate them provide advice on physical security measures in a high security environment, including office access controls, visitor management and secure storage. interpreting, drafting, implementing and managing policy and procedures for effective protective security overseeing the management of Office property, including facilities maintenance managing security and property-related projects, including assisting with relevant procurement activities contributing to strategic planning for the Office's protective security and property, and translating this planning into actionable priorities and quality outcomes developing and delivering security-related training to Office staff developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes. To be successful in this role you will have: a desire to work in a productive, values-driven organisation and to achieve results a positive attitude, energy and commitment to the objectives of the Office a collaborative, respectful approach and high levels of discretion the ability to work autonomously with limited direction an organised, flexible approach and excellent time management a commitment to best practice and ongoing professional development the ability to motivate and lead by example, and flexibility and resilience in response to changing requirements or priorities. Essential skills and experience demonstrated experience of working in government and applying the PSPF and its application in high security environments excellent written and verbal communication skills experience leading incident responses and managing investigations related to physical or personnel security breaches highly developed stakeholder management skills demonstrated ability to work in a high-security workplace and to handle sensitive matters discreetly a desire to resolve complex problems ability to manage both variety and repetition in day-to-day activities, while seeking opportunities for continuous improvement demonstrated ability to consistently exercise sound judgment, and ability to work effectively in a small team environment. Highly Desirable skills relevant security qualifications, such as a Certificate IV or Diploma in Government (Security) experience in, and/or the ability to quickly acquire an understanding of, key aspects of property management, and proven ability to conduct or oversee physical security audits, facility inspections and risk assessments.
