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Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)

4.4
  • 1,000 - 50,000 employees

Technical Data Roles (Rolling Intake)

Location details

On-site

  • Australia

    Australia

    • Australian Capital Territory

      Canberra

    • New South Wales

      Sydney

    • Queensland

      Brisbane

    • South Australia

      Adelaide

    • Victoria

      Melbourne

    • Western Australia

      Perth

Location

Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane

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Opportunity details

  • Opportunity typeGraduate Job or Program
  • SalaryAUD 85,271 - 146,872 / Year
  • Additional benefitsPlus 15.4 per cent superannuation.
  • Number of vacancies1-40 vacancies
  • Application open dateApply by 14 Oct 2024
  • Start dateStart date Ongoing

The Organisation

The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO’s people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things – they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.

We seek to reflect the diversity of 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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value.

The opportunity

ASIO is seeking Data/Technical Specialists to fill a range of positions in various locations. The positions we are seeking to fill include:

  • Data Engineers
  • Data Warehouse / ETL Developers
  • Data Analytics Engineers
  • Python & SQL Developers
  • Data Flows Engineers
  • Linux Systems Administrators
  • Cross Domains Solutions Engineers
  • Software Developers
  • Software Engineers
  • Platform Engineers
  • Foundry Data Analysts
  • Foundry Data Engineers
  • Foundry Software Developers
  • Geospatial Analysts
  • Geospatial Technical Leads
  • Data Scientists - Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning Engineers 

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.
If you would like to be considered for multiple roles, please submit one application and list up to 5 preferences within the application form.

What we offer you 

ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

  • A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
  • Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent.
  • A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.
  • Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally 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).

Eligibility 

To be eligible for the role, you must be: 

  • An Australian citizen.
  • Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.

ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable adjustments

Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.

Location

These positions are located in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth.

How to apply

Click on ‘Apply online’ to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:

  • A written pitch of up to two pages using examples to demonstrate how your skills, experience and aptitude address the role description and required skills. Refer to the capability framework for guidance on at-level expectations.
  • An up-to-date CV, no more than 2 pages in length.
  • Details of 2 referees, which should include a current or previous manager. 

All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages. 

ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.

Closing date and time

14th October 2024, 5:00pm  AEDST
No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted. 

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.

Enquiries

If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6257 4916.

More information

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

Work rights

The opportunity is available to applicants in any of the following categories.

Work light flag
Australia
Australian Citizen

Qualifications & other requirements

You should have or be completing the following to apply for this opportunity.

Degree or Certificate
Qualification level
Qualification level
Bachelor or higher
Study field
Study field (any)

Hiring criteria

  • Experience requirementNo experience required
  • Working rights
    Australian Citizen
  • Study fields
    IT & Computer Science
  • Degree typesBachelor or higher
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About the employer

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) logo

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)

Rating

4.4

Number of employees

1,000 - 50,000 employees

Industries

Government & Public Service

After WWII, it was discovered Soviet spies were accessing confidential government data from both the UK and Australia. In 1949, this prompted the Prime Minister to issue a ‘Directive for the Establishment and Maintenance of a Security Service’, which set in motion the creation of ASIO.

Pros and cons of working at Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)

Pros

  • I enjoy the people I work with, and the friends that I have made in the office. Moving across the country to work can be quite hard but it's definitely made easier by the people you work with.

  • Working on interesting and challenging technology problems with a real-world impact on protecting all Australians.

  • The people are fantastic. I've been super impressed with the quality of people here. Always very friendly and welcoming. The work though has been very fulfilling, especially when compared to private industry.

  • Being able to help contribute to the protection and security of the Australian people while being privy to exciting new technologies. The staff in our organisation are amazing people and are fantastic to work with.

  • The mission. Having the opportunity to come to work every day and use my skills and background to make a positive difference in Australia's national security is so rewarding and fulfilling.

Cons

    • Not being able to tell your friends and family about the intricacies of work is tough.

    • Not being able to discuss your work can be challenging at times but once you're used to it, it's fine.

    • Not being able to work from home. I do miss rolling out of bed and starting my day but I also understand, given the work we do.

    • Not being able to talk about all the interesting stuff you work on.

    • Limited work-from-home opportunities.