Security assessors apply judgement and provide robust, well-argued intelligence cases in support of assessments on whether an individual, entity or topic presents a risk or threat to Australia’s national security. These assessments inform a wide variety of decisions and actions including in relation to visas, passport matters, access to restricted areas such as ports or airports and sensitive goods via accreditation or licences, and in response to lead and other reporting. Other agencies may take action based on this advice. 

The security assessor role profile incorporates several areas of assessment that an assessor may undertake in their day-to-day activities. A security assessor may conduct one or all of these areas of assessment within their individual role:

  • Threat: Assessors undertaking threat-related assessments review and triage incoming information to identify and respond to threats to Australia’s national security. Assessors understand the ‘so what’ and ‘now what’.
  • Security and Access: Assessors conducting security and access assessments provide a capability focused on the suitability of an individual to have access to a place, information, or entry into Australia. They meticulously analyse and synthesise information from all sources to identify and understand an individual’s threat to Australia’s national security.

At a glance

ClassificationAE4 - AE6 (APS4 - APS6 equivalent) 

These roles can be performed from any state capital however the majority of roles will be based in Canberra and mandatory training must be completed in Canberra. Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where ASIO requires you to relocate.

Eligibility

Candidates do not require any specific qualifications to be a security assessor, 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, people are our most important capability, we seek to reflect the community we protect and we recognise the value of diverse thinking.

To be a security assessor 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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You can also find out more about working at ASIO through stories of real ASIO officers.