Who we are The Executive Government Security Team is part of the Enterprise Technology and Security Branch which sits within the Digital, Security and Workplace Operations Division. We have a number of staff spread across multiple locations and whilst you may work remotely, you are part of a larger team that are always available to offer support and guidance. We are responsible for providing accurate, timely security advice and working with other teams across the department to ensure the security of our people, information and assets. What you will do The Security Coordinator position provides critical support to senior Commonwealth and Government officials. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Security, and is primarily responsible for operations of the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet facilities within the Perth Commonwealth Parliamentary Office. This role includes the provision of bespoke information security solutions and the operation of a range of communications equipment designed to provide Cabinet and the office of the Prime Minister with real-time access to sensitive and classified information. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to communicate to a wide range of stakeholders, have excellent time-management skills and be able to prioritise competing and at times urgent tasks. This position requires a self-motivated, professional and personable individual with a strong commitment to service delivery. The successful applicant will also be required to update and maintain standard operating procedures for restricted work spaces and ensure procedures are being correctly adhered to. The role requires staff to have the ability to undertake ad-hoc after-hours work, and occasional domestic travel may be required. The key duties of the position include: What you will bring Our ideal candidate will have: The ability to communicate to a wide range of stakeholders Excellent time-management skills and be able to prioritise competing and urgent tasks A proven track record of delivering outcomes Self-motivation Professionalism and be a personable individual with a strong commitment to service delivery Well-developed problem-solving skills SCIF management experience is preferred Experience in electronic access control systems and providing security support. A good understanding of security risk management would be advantageous. Eligibility Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the APS unless the Agency Head has agreed otherwise, in writing. At PM&C to be eligible for this position you should be an Australian Citizen by the completion of the recruitment process, except under exceptional circumstances. The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Positive Vetting security clearance, or hold a current security clearance of this level. The successful candidate will be assessed through our pre-employment screening checks, such as an Australian Criminal History Check, and will normally be subject to a six-month probation period if new to the APS or has not yet completed their probation period elsewhere in the APS. Notes Ongoing & Non-ongoing (for a period up to 24 months) This role is being advertised as both ongoing and non-ongoing, with the employment type to be determined in negotiation with the preferred candidate and the PM&C delegate. Where a non-ongoing specified term is offered, this would be for a maximum period of two (2) years. If the initial contract is for less than 2 years, it may be extended or renewed once, up to the 2 year limit. A non-ongoing offer may result in conversion to an ongoing offer of employment, however this must occur within 18 months from the opening date of this advertisement. Getting to know the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet The Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) advances Australia’s national interests through high quality support to the Prime Minister and the operations of Cabinet. PM&C supports the Prime Minister as leader of the Government and of Cabinet and as leader of the country. This positions us both to provide visibility of Government priorities and influence outcomes across all Commonwealth portfolios, state jurisdictions, the Australian Public Service (APS) as an institution, and on the international stage. Our role is to provide fresh thinking and creative advice to government as stewards for the APS. We contribute ideas on the many and varied issues facing Australia, taking into consideration the views and opinions of a range of stakeholders across the private, public, not-for-profit and community sectors. The PM&C team provides pragmatic advice and finds solutions to problems so that Government policies can be effectively designed and implemented. We give particular weight to issues that are important to the Prime Minister. Our focus, put in its simplest terms, is to find new ways to improve the lives of all Australians.
