National Security Program Adviser (APS6) - Insider Threat & Compliance

Office of National Assessments; Canberra; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of National Assessments in Canberra, ACT is seeking an APS6 Program Adviser within the Quality Assurance Office. You will support assurance initiatives to safeguard the integrity of Australia’s highest-level security clearance and contribute to insider threat capability.

The role involves engaging with government stakeholders, providing expert, evidence-based advice, and delivering projects that strengthen governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across security programs.

Qualifications

• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement with government and industry.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication across audiences.
• Sound organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, proactive approach and commitment to improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of assurance initiatives to safeguard the integrity of Australia's highest-level security clearance.
• Review personnel security assessment outcomes to inform capability uplift and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert, transferable guidance to promote consistent, high-quality clearances across agencies.
• Engage with stakeholders across government to deliver governance and accountability activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Job description

Office of National Assessments in Canberra, ACT is seeking an APS6 Program Adviser within the Quality Assurance Office. You will support assurance initiatives to safeguard the integrity of Australia’s highest-level security clearance and contribute to insider threat capability.

The role involves engaging with government stakeholders, providing expert, evidence-based advice, and delivering projects that strengthen governance, compliance, and continuous improvement across security programs.