Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
Australian Security Intelligence OrganisationAustralian Security Intelligence OrganisationAustralian Security Intelligence OrganisationASIO's workYear in reviewPublicationsASIO Public StatementsCareersContact

Skip Navigation LinksASIO Home > About ASIO > Mission, Vision and Values

ASIO's mission, vision and values

Our Vision

The intelligence Edge for a secure Australia

Our Mission

To identify and investigate threats to security and provide advice to protect Australia, its people and its interests

Our Values

We are committed to:

Excellence

  • producing high quality, relevant, timely advice
  • displaying strong leadership and professionalism
  • improving through innovation and learning

Integrity

  • being ethical and working without bias
  • maintaining the confidentiality and security of our work
  • respecting others and valuing diversity

Cooperation

  • building a common sense of purpose and mutual support
  • using appropriate communication in all our relationships
  • fostering and maintaining productive partnerships

Accountability

  • being responsible for what we do and for our outcomes
  • being accountable to the Australian community through the Government and the Parliament