EL1 Intelligence Analyst - TSPV/TSPA Clearance

McArthur; Canberra; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

McArthur is seeking an experienced EL1 Intelligence Analyst for a 12-month contract in Canberra. The role requires active Top Secret clearance (TSPV or TSPA) and experience within or with the Australian National Intelligence Community.

You will conduct research and provide intelligence advice to support policy development, liaising with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced government environment. The position is full-time and on-site in Canberra, with standard hours and potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Vetting clearance (TSPV) or Top Secret Privileged Access (TSPA) clearance is mandatory.
• Experience in or with the Australian National Intelligence Community.
• Experience in fast-paced intelligence or policy environments with sound judgement and independence.
• Strong analytical, research and communication skills.
• Experience engaging with senior government stakeholders and managing competing priorities.
• Understanding of information security requirements and working in secure environments.
• Experience in imagery analysis or related intelligence tradecraft is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on intelligence, foreign policy and national security matters to support government decision-making.
• Provide intelligence advice, information and services to support policy development, planning and operational activities.
• Engage with senior executives and internal stakeholders to understand and respond to intelligence requirements.
• Support access to classified intelligence information and secure systems in accordance with security requirements.
• Coordinate and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the National Intelligence Community.
• Support intelligence coordination during emerging issues and crisis situations.
• Contribute to improving intelligence awareness, internal processes and service delivery.

Skills

Security clearance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Policy experience

Independent work

Information security

Communication skills

Job description

12-month contract | Potential 12-month extension | Full-time

McArthur is seeking an experienced EL1 Intelligence Analyst for a contract opportunity with a Commonwealth Government organisation based in Canberra.

This position will suit an intelligence professional who has worked within or closely with the National Intelligence Community (NIC) and is confident delivering intelligence advice and services in a complex government environment.

The successful candidate will support intelligence research, analysis and coordination activities, working closely with policy teams and senior stakeholders to ensure intelligence information is timely, relevant and accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on intelligence, foreign policy and national security matters to support government decision-making.

• Provide intelligence advice, information and services to support policy development, planning and operational activities.

• Engage with senior executives and internal stakeholders to understand and respond to intelligence requirements.

• Support access to classified intelligence information, secure systems and facilities in accordance with relevant security requirements.

• Coordinate and maintain productive working relationships with stakeholders across the National Intelligence Community.

• Support intelligence coordination during emerging issues and crisis situations.

• Contribute to improving intelligence awareness, internal processes and service delivery.

About You

To be considered, you will demonstrate:

• An active Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) or Top Secret Privileged Access (TSPA) security clearance - mandatory.

• Experience working within or with the Australian National Intelligence Community.

• Previous experience in a fast-paced intelligence or policy environment, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and work independently.

• Strong analytical, research and communication skills.

• Experience engaging with senior government stakeholders and managing competing priorities.

• A sound understanding of information security requirements and working in secure environments.

• Excellent relationship management skills, professional integrity and the ability to adapt to changing operational requirements.

Experience in imagery analysis or other specialised intelligence analytic tradecraft will be highly regarded.

Contract Details

• Location: Canberra, ACT

• Contract: Initial 12 months, with a potential 12-month extension

• Commencement: Early January 2027

• Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

• Work arrangements: Fully on-site, with no working-from-home arrangements available

• Remuneration: Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience

The role may also involve participation in an after-hours duty roster.

Important

Applicants must already hold an active TSPV or TSPA security clearance. Applications from candidates who do not currently hold one of these clearances cannot be considered.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your current resume through the application link.

McArthur welcomes applications from suitably experienced candidates who meet the mandatory clearance requirements. If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Stuart Sebiranda on (02) 9277 7***.