Security Advisor, Physical Security Assets

Job Details

Job Title: Security Advisor, Physical Security Assets

Employment Type: Ongoing

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 5

Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, Wednesday 23 April 2025.

Contact: Matthew Wile, 0476227468, matthew.wile@aph.gov.au

The Opportunity

The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) is recruiting for a Parliamentary Service Level 5 Security Advisor, Physical Security Assets within Security Enabling Services Branch. The Security Enabling Services Branch is responsible for broader security functions to support the business of DPS and APH security arrangements, engaging with many different APH security stakeholders, including the AFP, the Department of the House of Representatives, the Department of the Senate, the Ministerial Wing Support and other entities within the Parliamentary precincts.

The role is required to liaise with internal and external stakeholders, contractors, and supervisors to ensure that all work is undertaken in a professional and timely manner. Reporting to the Assistant Director Physical Security, this role has primary responsibility for the implementation of APH and DPS physical security policies and procedures, including working collaboratively with DPS line areas, including other Security Branch Sections and key APH stakeholders in the delivery of physical security business as usual responsibilities, projects, and initiatives. 

Who we are looking for

An ideal candidate would be self-motivated, collaborative and innovative. Candidates looking to progress their career within the security space should apply. We are committed to developing our staff’s security capability, expertise and knowledge. If you have the right skills, attributes and commitment, we will provide you with the right training and development to support your career.    

Job Specific Requirements 

• Experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: policy, project, governance and security systems.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.

At DPS, we acknowledge the value diversity brings. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with disability.

Duty Statement

Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 5 

Branch: Security Enabling Services Branch 

Section: Security Capability 

Immediate supervisor: Senior Security Advisor

Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Service Level 5 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Under the direction of the Assistant Director Physical Security Assets manage the APH physical lock and keying system.
    
2. Undertake operational administration of the various security assets and end device through assurance, testing, and compliance activities identifying and rectifying operational security equipment faults, such as screening equipment.
    
3. Assist in the project planning, management and execution of assigned security capability initiatives as identified in the Security Enabling Services Branch Business Plan.
    
4. Assist in the management of various security equipment contracts, ensuring service providers are compliant and accountable in the provision of services to the Department.
    
5. Assist in the procurement, implementation, contract management and functionality testing of security screening equipment.
    
6. Bring a flexible attitude to drive projects, taking responsibility to progress work and meet objectives.
    
7. Build and foster effective professional relationships with teams across APH.
    
8. Other duties as directed

Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.

How to apply

Please upload a one page pitch (750 words maximum) describing how your skills and experience would contribute to the role and work of the department. 

Your pitch is an opportunity to tell us why you want to work at DPS, why you are interested in the role and what you can offer in the role. Frame your pitch around the role description and relevant ILS Profile. Make sure to use relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the role. 

Our purpose and values

We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.  

Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace. 

Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.

What we can offer

Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:  

•    access to flexible work arrangements 
•    ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities 
•    a competitive remuneration package
•    free secure underground parking
•    free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
•    on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.

Salary

Currently, the salary range for this position is $89,410 - $95,924 per annum.

Conditions of Employment

Employment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:

• Australian citizenship – to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen. 

• Security clearance and character clearance – the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. 

• Health assessment – a pre-employment health assessment will be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.