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Senior Security Officer (Multiple Roles)Join to apply for the Senior Security Officer (Multiple Roles) role at Australian Submarine AgencySenior Security Officer (Multiple Roles)2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Security Officer (Multiple Roles) role at Australian Submarine AgencyAustralian Submarine Agency provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Australian Submarine Agency. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$95,187.00/yr - A$108,734.00/yrThe RoleThe acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australias economic and national security landscape for decades to come.The Threats and Workforce protection (TWP) Branch in Stewardship and Security Division of the Australian Submarine Agency is seeking highly motivated individuals who seek to work collaboratively to solve complex security matters, achieve good security outcomes and enhance the Nuclear Powered Submarine (NPS) Enterprises security posture to fill a number of APS 6 Security roles across the Branch.In these roles your strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, organisational skills and attention to detail will be essential in supporting the effective and efficient delivery of the Branchs suitability processes. You will be adept at managing competing and time critical priorities. You will work independently in a small team under broad direction with accountability for your work outcomes.You may act as team mentor and manager setting work priorities and managing workflows.In a TWP Branch APS 6 security role you will be required to interpret and apply legislation, policies, procedures, standards, corporate objectives, and instructions. You will support relationships across the NPS Enterprise and work productively and collegiately in a multidisciplinary environment. You will provide detailed and sound guidance to various stakeholders in relation to complex security matters in accordance with the Commonwealth Protective Security Policy Framework, the Defence Security Principles Framework and ASA security policies. You will be required to identify, anticipate and respond to stakeholders needs and expectations to achieve Branch and ASA outcomes; and will display maturity, resilience and strong commitment to Australias national interests.Security InvestigatorAs an APS6 Security Investigator, you will be responsible for:Review, assess and respond to security incident reporting, contact reports, and ad hoc security referrals.Oversee and perform security incident response and fact-finding activities in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures.Collect and assess information and data to make informed decisions, and select appropriate investigation methodologies.Prepare and assist in the preparation of fact-finding summaries and formal referrals, and provide advice to stakeholders and partner agencies.Prepare briefings, reports, correspondence and documentation relating to security incidents, inquiries and outcomes.Facilitate and support partner agency inquires and requirements.Utilise and maintain information management systems to support, manage and document fact-finding activities.Security Outreach OfficerAs an APS6 Security Outreach Officer, you will be responsible for:Establishing and building productive working relationships with government and non-government stakeholders across the NPS enterprise for the purposes of maintaining and enhancing the Enterprises security literacy, culture and posture.Utilising your strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, experience, and attention to support to conduct in-person protective security briefings and training with internal and external NPS Enterprise stakeholders.Interpreting and confidently briefing stakeholders about NPS Program related legislation, policies, procedures, objectives and threat reporting as it relates to securityFacilitate and support referrals and engagement about topics pertaining to the priorities, objectives and functions of other parts of the Branch, Division or Group to achieve cohesive security outcomes for the NPS Program.Senior Security OfficerAs an APS6 Senior Security officer, you will be responsible for fulfilling the Security Officer function within the agency including:Supporting the agency''s on-boarding process for employees and contractors with respect of security clearance sponsorship administration and liaison with the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).Monitoring and managing protective security matters impacting the ASA including providing specialist, technical protective security advice and services.Utilising your strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, experience, and attention to detail to provide comprehensive security advice and responses.Interpreting and applying legislation, policies, procedures, corporate objectives, and instructions to complex security matters and incidents.Developing, implementing and managing protective security policies, procedures and risk assessments.About our TeamThe Threats and Workforce Protection (TWP) Branch in Stewardship and Security Division of the Australian Submarine Agency supports the delivery of a safe and secure nuclear-powered submarine capability by:Understanding and communicating threats to the NPS ProgramUplifting security culture and awareness across Australian Submarine Agency and NPS Enterprise workforcesMitigating personnel security risks through effective early detection (insider threat), security incident management and response, and organisational suitability assessment processes.Providing contemporary security advice around national security clearance processesOur Ideal CandidateWe are a dynamic organisation seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.Successful candidates for these roles will demonstrate the following:A high standard of professionalism, integrity, discretion and sound judgement.Strong interpersonal, written and communications skills, organisational skills & significant attention to detail to provide comprehensive advice and responses on behalf of TWP Branch.Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, procedures, corporate objectives, and instructions to complex circumstancesAbility to work in a small team setting with reasonable autonomy and accountability for your work outcomes.Ability to build strong productive and collegiate relationships across the Nuclear Powered Submarine EnterpriseAbility to identify, anticipate and respond to stakeholder requirements to achieve TWP Branch and ASA outcomes.Display maturity, resilience and a strong commitment to Australias national interests.Ability to work as a team mentor, set work priorities, manage workflows, contribute to strategic planning and policy developmentApplication Closing Date: Wednesday 30 July 2025For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/04948/25 on levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAdministrative, Manufacturing, and OtherIndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing, Government Administration, and Government Relations ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Australian Submarine Agency by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Security Officer roles.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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