Job Title : APS 6 - National Office GSSO
Location : Russell ACT
Company : Australian Government Department of Defence
Salary :
Open Date : 2023-05-31
Close Date : 2023-10-01

• $85,607 - $97,790 (pro-rata for part-time vacancies – plus Super)
• Russell - ACT

The Role
As our Facility Security Officer (GSSO), you will be part of a motivated and innovative team supporting the development of advanced capabilities. You will apply your security skills on complex security tasks in support of Defence mission and operational support. You will also provide professional security advice to sensitive and complex procurements.

The role requires attaining and maintaining a Positive Vetted security clearance for full access to facilities and to undertake all responsibilities, so current clearance or progress towards PV clearance is highly desirable.

This role offers the variety of duties, experiences and training opportunities to underpin a successful management career. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, engaging with diverse stakeholders, using initiative to solve problems, and developing advice for senior leaders.

This position is located at Russell Offices in Canberra, ACT.

About our Team
The Advanced and Strategic Capabilities team works in a fast-paced, technically challenging and professional environment. The innovating and motivated team brings together multiple disciplines and wide stakeholder engagement in the direct support of Defence’s mission to defend Australia and its National interests. The team provides a collaborative working environment that offers exciting challenges, a diverse range of work; and the guidance and support to ensure that you always have everything required for success.

Our Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will not only have personal security skills and experience, but will be able to work closely with other security professionals in Defence, Industry and academia.

You will have a can-do attitude and an ability to maintain a positive attitude towards complex problems, while using sound judgment and understanding the impacts and risks associated with decisions.

You will have outstanding time management and organisational skills, while remaining resilient and adaptable to changing plans and priorities.

You will have a strong and practical understanding of security practices, with a high level of attention to detail

You will have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be comfortable engaging and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders while building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships.

You will also be able to mentor and develop other team members.

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