Security Compliance Officer

THE OPPORTUNITY
Diplomatic Security Division (DSD), one of the largest and most dynamic divisions within the department, is seeking an energetic and talented officer to coordinate security compliance and advice to our network of DFAT stakeholders in Canberra, State/Territories offices and overseas.
You will be a member of the Security Policy, Training and Culture section, responsible for coordinating security compliance activities, and application of policies and procedures which protect the department from security risks and vulnerabilities in our global operation.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate is a team player who has:

• Initiative and who can think strategically to apply sound judgement in decision making while working with minimal supervision;
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - with experience drafting correspondence, and compliance and assurance reports;
• Proven ability to build and manage enduring relationships with key stakeholders to achieve operational and policy outcomes;
• The ability to harness and analyse information from a variety of sources to support the dissemination of security advice and outcomes;
• The highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism, and who champions APS and Departmental values;

• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced office environment.

• Knowledge of the Australian Government's Protective Security Policy Framework
• Knowledge of DFAT's overseas network and environment
• Experience with government records management and filing systems.

• Coordinate and triage compliance assessments and enquiries that relate to workforce security arrangements and outcomes;
• Manage a section mailbox and coordinate advice determinations and escalations;
• Undertake a variety of administrative duties to support DFAT's security policies and procedures, including reporting, records management (TRIM), and compliance activities;
• Contribute to the achievement of Section and Branch objectives;
• Support the Branch to deliver timely and consistent responses on policy compliance and security matters;
• Contribute to reporting for DSD leadership on issues that may impact the Section or Branch;
• Develop an understanding of legislation, policy, and regulations that support recommendations relating to security issues/policy;
• Nurture relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and
• Other related duties as tasked or required.