Covert Surveillance Specialist

Uc Bcf; Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne; Remote; AUD 100,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + TOP SECRET-Priv.

Employer superannuation 15.4%

Extended leave options

Shift work allowances

Study assistance

Diversity networks

Employee Assistance Program

Mentoring opportunities

Job summary

ASIO in Sydney seeks Surveillance Officers to support Australia’s security. The role blends professional commitment with a demanding lifestyle, requiring discretion, adaptability and high situational awareness.

Successful applicants will undertake a 6‑month full-time Surveillance Officer Training Program (SOTP) predominantly in Sydney, with some travel. After completion, you progress to AE5 with a salary range of $100,425–$107,794 plus service allowance and a composite payment.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a 6‑month Surveillance Officer Training Program (SOTP) in Sydney with some travel.
• Progress to AE5 upon successful completion, with salary range and allowances as described.
• Contribute to a mission-driven organisation requiring discretion, adaptability and teamwork.

Skills

Situational awareness

Attention to detail

Decisiveness

Adaptability

Resilience

Collaborative mindset

Coachability

Diverse perspective

Accountability

Job description

ASIO in Sydney seeks Surveillance Officers to support Australia’s security. The role blends professional commitment with a demanding lifestyle, requiring discretion, adaptability and high situational awareness.

Successful applicants will undertake a 6‑month full-time Surveillance Officer Training Program (SOTP) predominantly in Sydney, with some travel. After completion, you progress to AE5 with a salary range of $100,425–$107,794 plus service allowance and a composite payment.