Technologist Graduate Program 2028 Intakes

Um Holdings; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TOP SECRET-Privileged Access allowance

Employer superannuation contributions

Leave options in addition to standard

Study assistance

Diversity and inclusion networks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ASIO invites graduates to join its 12-month Technologist Graduate Program starting early and mid-2028. You will rotate across streams including Science & Engineering, Data & Analytics, Information & Cyber Security, Software Engineering and IT Platforms, gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced security environment.

Successful candidates will have completed a relevant degree within three years and show a commitment to learning, integrity and teamwork, with the ability to adapt to evolving

Qualifications

• Completed degree before program commencemnent or within past 3 years
• Degrees could include: Cloud Computing, Data/AI disciplines, Software/Engineering, Cyber Security, CS/IT, Electrical/Engineering
• Relevant ICT-focused project management or business analysis experience is considered

Responsibilities

• Complete 3 workplace rotations showcasing ASIO's breadth of work
• Work with industry and domestic partners to implement and manage new capabilities
• Assist in data and AI lifecycle management from acquisition to disposal
• Develop high-quality, high-performance software solutions in an agile environment
• Advance solutions to exploit technically-collected data using ML/AI techniques
• Support cyber security investigations and forensic analysis of digital media
• Provide technical collection capabilities and conduct complex data analysis and visualization

Skills

Commitment to learning

Integrity

Problem solving

Resilience

Teamwork

Education

Cloud Computing

Data Engineering

Data Science

Software Engineering

Cyber Security

Computer Science

Information Technology

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Mathematics or Statistics

Telecommunications

Data/AI Management

ICT-focused Project Management or Business Analysis

Job description

Technologist Graduate Program 2028 Intakes

The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. ASIO’s people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset.

To be successful, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.

We seek to reflect the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. We are culturally and linguistically diverse, language skills enhance our collective ability to protect Australia. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value.

At a time when Australia’s security environment is dynamic, diverse and degrading, our work is more important than ever. Join the mission and make a difference every day.

The opportunity

Are you seeking an exceptional career where you can contribute and make a difference to the security of Australia? ASIO’s Technologist Graduate Program is a dynamic and fast-paced 12-month program with intakes in early & mid-2028. The program will set you on a pathway for a career with purpose.

We are seeking university students who have completed their degree before the intake commences, or graduates from the past 3 years who are passionate about technology, continuous learning and working collaboratively to make a difference. On commencement as a technologist graduate, you will be assigned to one of the following streams:

• Science & Engineering
• Data & Analytics
• Information & Cyber Security
• Software Engineering & Development
• IT Platforms

During the 12-month program, you will complete 3 workplace rotations designed to showcase the breadth of work that ASIO undertakes. This work may include:

• Working with industry and domestic partners to investigate, implement and manage new capabilities, networks and technologies.
• Assist in data and AI lifecycle management from acquisition through to sharing and disposal, applying best practice AI and data‑governance frameworks.
• Collaborating with business users to develop high-quality, high-performance software solutions within an agile environment.
• Advancing unique solutions to exploit technically-collected data, including through the use of machine learning and neural networks.
• Reducing the attack surface and assure the ongoing security posture of IT infrastructure.
• Undertaking reverse engineering activities.
• Supporting cyber security investigations.
• Conducting forensic analysis of digital media.
• Providing technical collection capabilities, including telecommunications interceptions.
• Undertaking complex data analysis and innovative visualisation to aid investigations.
• Evaluating technical surveillance counter‑measures.
• Engineering high‑end mechanical and electrical solutions.

The program will equip you with the skills, experience and knowledge to undertake a wide range of technical roles and to establish a diverse and rewarding career at ASIO.

A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.

What you will bring

We are seeking candidates with the following attributes:

• Commitment to learning
• Integrity
• Problem solving
• Resilience
• Teamwork

We are seeking candidates with the following capabilities:

• The ability to work collaboratively
• The capacity to think critically and laterally in solving problems
• The propensity to adapt to emerging issues, events and environments
• Personal qualities that exemplify ASIO’s values and expected behaviours.

Qualifications

To apply for a graduate program in ASIO, you must have completed a relevant degree prior to program commencement, or no more than 3 years prior.

Candidates are required to have a degree which could include, but are not limited to:

• Cloud Computing
• Data Engineering, Data Science or Data Analytics
• Software or Computer Systems Engineering
• Cyber Security
• Computer Science
• Information Technology or Information Systems
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Mathematics or Statistics
• Telecommunications
• Data or AI Management
• Project Management or Business Analysis with an ICT focus.

What we offer you

ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

• A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
• Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
• A variety of leave options in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave, including stand down between Christmas and New Year.
• Flexible working arrangements. Please note due to our unique working environment, work from home options are not available.
• Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
• Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To be eligible to work at ASIO, you must be:

• have completed your degree before the program commences, or graduated in the past 3 years
• assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET‑Privileged Access (TS‑PA) security clearance.

Location

We advertise positions nationally to reach the broadest audience. Please refer to the above location before applying.

Reasonable adjustments

Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace. This may include reasonable adjustments to assessment methodologies to enable full participation.

Use of artificial intelligence in recruitment processes

ASIO does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any point in the recruitment process.

All applications are reviewed by a selection panel. We recognise some applicants may use AI technologies to draft applications or prepare for interviews. If you wish to use AI, we recommend doing this only for initial drafts and ensure that your application is personalised and accurately reflects your skills, experience and qualifications.

Additionally, be aware of the privacy policies of any AI tool you use. Be mindful of the information you are entering into AI tools (personal details, work history, etc) and how using it may link you to potential ASIO employment, noting that you are expected to be discrete and maintain confidentiality with your application.

If you are invited to attend interview, the use of AI tools and recording devices during interview is strictly prohibited. Should AI tools or recording services be detected, your application, and any future applications may be discontinued.

The recruitment selection process – timeframes

Our selection process is rigorous and extensive. All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. The stages may include application assessment, eligibility checks, online testing, skills-based assessment and interview.

We ask all applicants for their patience throughout the process.

As we are recruiting for the early & mid-2028 Technologist Graduate Program intakes, candidates can expect the following timeframes for the recruitment selection process:

• Program advertised October and closes Monday 30 November
• Assessment centres will likely run in March 2027.

Employment conditions

Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.

Australian Workplace Equality Index

ASIO has achieved the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold Standard in 2024, 2025 and 2026, recognising ASIO’s inclusion work and positive culture. ASIO was the first Australian intelligence agency to achieve this status.

For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.