The Organisation The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security - that is our mission. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. We seek to reflect the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value. ASIO officers' identities are protected by law. Under section 92 of the ASIO Act, the only declared ASIO officers are the Director-General and Deputy Directors-General. Due to the need to protect our people's identities, ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment. The key duties of the position include The Opportunity Are you seeking an exceptional career where you can contribute and make a difference to the security of Australia? Technology is at the heart of ASIO's mission to protect Australia and Australians from threats to their security. ASIO's Technologist Graduate Program is a dynamic and fast-paced 12-month program with intakes in mid-2027 and early 2028. The program will set you on a pathway for a career with purpose. We are seeking university students who have completed their degree before the intake commences, or graduates from the past 3 years who are passionate about technology and continuous learning to work collaboratively to make a difference. As a Technologist Graduate, you will be assigned to one of the following streams: Science & Engineering. Data & Analytics. Information & Cyber Security. Software Engineering & Development. IT Platforms. The 12-month program will equip you with the skills, experience and knowledge to undertake a wide range of technical roles and to establish a diverse and rewarding career in ASIO. As a Technologist Graduate , you will complete 3 wo rkplace rotations designed to showcase the breadth of work that ASIO undertakes. Below is a snapshot of some of the work you may be involved in while on the graduate program (for which we will prepare you accordingly): Working with industry and domestic partners to investigate, implement and manage new capabilities, networks and technologies. Assist in data and AI lifecycle management, from acquisition through to sharing, and disposal, applying best practice AI and data - governance frameworks. Collaborating with business users to develop high-quality, high-performance software solutions within an agile environment. Advancing unique solutions to exploit technically-collected data, including through use of Machine Learning and neural networks. Reducing the attack surface and assure the ongoing security posture of IT infrastructure. Undertaking reverse engineering activities. Supporting cyber security investigations. Conducting forensic analysis of digital media. Providing technical collection capabilities, including telecommunications interceptions. Undertaking complex data analysis and innovative visualisation to aid investigations. Evaluating technical surveillance counter measures. Engineering high-end mechanical and electrical solutions. On successful completion of the program, you will be promoted to the ITE1.1 (APS 5 equivalent).
