Manager, National Security Due Diligence

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 121,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave

Employer paid superannuation 17%

Salary packaging

Course discounts

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia is seeking a Manager, National Security Due Diligence to lead the university's national security due diligence screening program and analytical capability.

The role focuses on delivering decision-ready intelligence for research collaborations, funding, personnel disclosures, partnerships and gifts, while advising senior stakeholders on security risks and policy development.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in due diligence, intelligence analysis, investigations, research security or risk advisory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of UWA's national security due diligence screening program and analytical methodology.
• Deliver evidence-based, decision-ready intelligence and risk assessments relating to research collaborations, funding, personnel disclosures, partnerships and donations.
• Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders, strengthen capability through education and policy development, and support Defence Industry Security Program obligations.

Skills

Due diligence

Intelligence analysis

Investigations

Research security

Open-source intelligence

Analytical methodologies

Risk assessments

Communication

Confidentiality

Security clearance NV1+

Job description

Manager, National Security Due Diligence

• The University of Western Australia
• Australia, WA
• Sep 1, 2026

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Lead the University's national security due diligence and research security intelligence capability.
• Influence strategic decisions on international partnerships, research collaborations, funding, appointments and gifts.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• UWA will consider applicants located across Australia.
• Base salary range: $120,912 – $132,161 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The position sits within the Counter Foreign Interference and Security function of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) (ODVCR), under the Associate Director, Counter Foreign Interference and Security. The function is the University's authority on national security.

About the opportunity

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of UWA's national security due diligence screening program and analytical methodology.
• Deliver evidence-based, decision-ready intelligence and risk assessments relating to research collaborations, funding, personnel disclosures, partnerships, donations and other strategic engagements.
• Provide expert advice to senior stakeholders, strengthen organisational capability through education and policy development, and support the University's Defence Industry Security Program obligations.

About you

• Extensive experience in due diligence, intelligence analysis, investigations, research security or risk advisory within government, higher education, the national security community or professional services.
• Demonstrated expertise in open-source intelligence, analytical methodologies, complex research and developing defensible assessments under uncertainty.
• Strong understanding of geopolitical, security and technology risk environments, including critical and emerging technologies and their strategic implications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality risk assessments and provide advice to senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and work effectively both independently and within a high-trust team.
• An AGSVA Security clearance at Negative Vetting 1 or above.

Note

Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 8 th September

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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