Security vetting ensures the Australian Government's most sensitive resources and national security workforce are protected from threats including espionage and foreign interference. Vetting professionals work in the TS-PA Vetting Authority within ASIO.

As a vetting professional, you will directly contribute to vetting assessments in line with whole-of-government policy and ASIO security policies. You will represent ASIO and liaise with a range of stakeholders and clearance subjects from diverse backgrounds. Vetting professionals also contribute to ongoing policy reform and vetting capability development. 

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Vetting administrators (AE4)

Vetting administrators work in a collaborative team environment to support the progression of vetting cases. They record vetting activities, liaise with clearance subjects and external stakeholders to initiate and conclude the vetting process, and respond to general enquiries. In addition, they undertake data entry and perform general administrative duties. Vetting administrators support the vetting assessment process with discretion and in accordance with policy and legal requirements.

Vetting assessors (AE5)

Vetting assessors conduct analysis, write assessments and provide advice that identifies matters of interest for further exploration and resolution in the vetting process. They work to assess whether clearance subjects are both eligible and suitable to hold a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance. Vetting assessors conduct checks and perform administrative functions for vetting assessments, in accord with policy and procedure. Naturally inquisitive and with strong attention to detail, they review existing holdings and engage with clearance subjects and external stakeholders to fill gaps in information.

Vetting analysts (AE6)

Vetting analysts collect, analyse and assess all available information on a clearance subject to make a recommendation about a person's suitability to hold a security clearance. Vetting analysts conduct face-to-face security interviews, and therefore must be comfortable discussing sensitive personal information with a broad range of people. They have strong attention to detail, are empathetic, mature and curious. Vetting analysts have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Eligibility

Candidates do not require any specific qualifications to be a vetting professional, as ASIO provides relevant training and education to successful candidates on commencement in their role. 

We are looking for people from all walks of life and a variety of backgrounds. At ASIO, we seek to reflect the community we protect and we recognise the value of diverse thinking.

To be a vetting professional you will be empathetic, conscientious and resilient. You will be sensitive to the customs, practices, cultures and beliefs of others, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. You will have strong communication skills and the ability to form strong working relationships with people from different backgrounds. Importantly, you will be comfortable discussing sensitive and personal information.

ASIO has a number of requirements for all prospective employees. We recommend making sure you meet these requirements before you apply. 

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