Job Details

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 141923

Location

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

APS Level 6 - $99,734.00 and $111,701.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Simon Gowland on 08 9415 9528 or simon.gowland@homeaffairs.gov.au

Office Arrangements

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

Applications close on 23/08/2026 at 11:59pm AEST (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 Nothern Territory

About our team

Chief Operating Officer Group | Business Enabling Services | Security Branch | Security Operations

The Security Operations section is nationally dispersed, with team members located across all states and territories. The section is responsible for delivering the Department's physical security and related governance capability in line with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).

The team implements preventative security strategies and treatments to identify, assess and manage security risks and vulnerabilities, ensuring the protection of the Department's people, assets and information from internal and external threats.

Security Operations delivers a broad range of services across the Department of Home Affairs, including the Australian Border Force (ABF). This includes security incidents, contract management, physical security projects, risk assessments, auditing, and the certification and accreditation of security classified zones and compartments.

The team also develops security plans, maintains physical and electronic security at work locations, and provides specialist advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Strong partnerships across federal, state, and private sector stakeholders support the delivery of exceptional security outcomes.

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

Our ideal candidate

The Department is seeking a motivated, self driven professional who thrives in a dynamic and complex operating environment. The Regional Security Advisor (APS 6) role requires a high level of technical expertise in physical security and the ability to apply this knowledge within a public sector context.

The successful candidate will work with a high level of autonomy, exercise sound judgement, and deliver high quality outcomes within established timeframes. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with the ability to mentor, guide and support colleagues.

A well developed understanding of the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF), and experience applying it in an operational setting, will be highly regarded.

Key Capabilities - APS 6 Regional Security Advisor:

Demonstrated experience delivering and managing physical security systems and outcomes in a government environment
Strong working knowledge of the PSPF and ability to apply it using sound judgement
Proven ability to provide risk based security advice and manage competing priorities
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse environments
Capacity to mentor and support staff while contributing to team and organisational objectives.

Duties and responsibilities

The role of the RSA is broad, fast paced and delivery focused, supporting the protection of the Department's people, assets and information.

To achieve outcomes the successful applicant requires effective prioritisation skills when managing competing workloads, strong attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to delivering high quality security outcomes for the Department and its stakeholders.

Key duties include:

Managing physical security upgrades, including identifying vulnerabilities and risks and overseeing security works in line with the PSPF, ASIO Technical Notes and financial requirements
Conducting risk assessments for departmental sites and activities within these
Certifying and accrediting Zone 2 to Zone 4 areas and specialised security compartments
Managing and maintaining physical and electronic security systems and developing detailed site security plans
Providing timely, practical, and risk based security advice to internal and external stakeholders

Additional information

Desirable skills/qualifications

Hold formal qualifications or attain within a reasonable timeframe:

Certificate IV Government Security
Certificate IV in Security and Risk Management
Must obtain an NV1 Security clearance.

Mandatory requirement

Must hold a valid Australian driver's licence.

Please note: A merit pool will only be created for NT Locations

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing data on 23/08/2026 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 statement of claims response document (250 words per capability, application maximum of 750 words) addressing:

Contributes to strategic thinking
Achieves results
Demonstrates professional or technical proficiency.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 141923 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classifications you are applying to. It may also be useful to the Integrated Leadership System 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:

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, to read more click here. 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.

AI tools may be used to support parts of this recruitment process. The selection panel will disclose where and how AI is used.

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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