Personnel Vetting Advisor - Security & Compliance Lead

ASC; Australia; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Additional leave

Parental leave

Childcare support

Wellbeing programs

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Employee discounts

Job summary

ASC Pty Ltd, Australia’s submarine company, is seeking a Personnel Vetting Advisor to ensure security processes across sites, from onboarding screening to ongoing suitability assessments. You’ll support Defence Industry Security Program compliance, liaise with agencies, and uphold a strong security culture.

This role requires 5 years in a similar environment, knowledge of Defence policies, and hands-on ticketing system experience.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in a similar role, Defence or heavy industry experience highly regarded.
• Qualification in Security Risk Management, Human Resources, or Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting).
• Strong understanding of Defence security policies and compliance frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with ticketing systems for tracking and resolving user queries.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist personnel security services including vetting, clearance management, and risk assessments.
• Maintain compliance with ASC’s Trusted Insider Program and DISP membership requirements.
• Liaise with Defence Security, AGSVA, ASIO, and other external agencies on security matters.
• Manage security registers, access systems, and clearance documentation.
• Conduct security incident investigations and reporting within mandated timeframes.
• Provide protective security guidance and training to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support international activities through clearance recognition and citizenship waiver processes.

Skills

Security awareness

Regulatory compliance

Security risk management

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)

Security Risk Management qualification

HR background

Tools

Ticketing systems

Access control systems

Job description

ASC Pty Ltd, Australia’s submarine company, is seeking a Personnel Vetting Advisor to ensure security processes across sites, from onboarding screening to ongoing suitability assessments. You’ll support Defence Industry Security Program compliance, liaise with agencies, and uphold a strong security culture.

This role requires 5 years in a similar environment, knowledge of Defence policies, and hands-on ticketing system experience.