APS5 Security Advisor (Employment Screening Analyst)

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Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Category
Government & Defence
Salary
Posted
14-Apr-2026
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Sarah Borg
Reference
185884
Chandler Macleod is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Security Advisor to join our client. This is a full time 12 month temporary role based in Canberra with potential extension. This role plays a critical part in delivering pre-employment screening and organisational suitability assessments in line with Australian Government security requirements.

About the Role The Security Advisor will support the delivery of pre-employment screening activities, including the assessment, analysis, and reporting of suitability information. The role requires close engagement with internal and external stakeholders to ensure screening outcomes are completed accurately, consistently, and in accordance with relevant policy frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct and support pre-employment screening and organisational suitability assessments
  • Collate, analyse, and assess sensitive information to inform suitability outcomes
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and high-quality written reports
  • Engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with relevant security policies and standards
Key Requirements
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and sound judgement
  • Demonstrated ability to collate and analyse information to produce high-quality reports
  • Experience or working knowledge of:
    • Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF)
    • Australian Government Personnel Security Adjudicative Standard
  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Security & Suitability Requirements
  • Hold or be willing to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) clearance
  • Successfully complete and maintain an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) as part of the pre-employment screening process
If you suit the above criteria and are interested in this role APPLY now.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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