COMSEC Account Manager

Job Req ID

Home Affairs-136108

Location

ACT

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

Executive Level 1 - $110,788. 00 and $129,928. 00 plus 15. 4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Jason Parkes on

Office Arrangements

Flexible - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.

Applications close on 15/01/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT.

About our team

GM Technology & Major Cap Group | ICT Division | Technology Operations & Support | Classified Systems Delivery Section (CSD)

The Classified Systems Delivery Section (CSD) is responsible for the delivery and support of ICT systems at the Secret classification, for use by the Department of Home Affairs and a range of external stakeholders. These include numerous Australian Government Departments, New Zealand Government Departments, and other Commonwealth agencies.

CSD is a multidisciplinary team comprised of resources across numerous ICT disciplines, including server, network, compute, storage, cryptographic, deployable, and desktop solutions. It also operates the Australian Secret Network Service Desk, network and close support services and maintains the Department's Communications Security (COMSEC) organisation.

CSD supports a range of critical government capabilities, including counter terrorism initiatives, law enforcement activities, Home Affairs maritime platforms, and national crisis response, such as the continuation of Executive Government during a national emergency or disaster.

Our ideal candidate

• Significant skills and experience in Australian Government Communications Security (COMSEC)
• COMSEC account management skills and experience
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to a small team and are committed to building an inclusive workplace and fostering a positive, energetic and supportive work culture.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to establish productive relationships both internally and externally focused on ICT delivery.
• Demonstrated capacity to be self-driven, resilient and work under broad direction to develop and implement complex policies, which are aligned to Government and Department strategic priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging opportunities or risks and respond quickly and proactively.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead and manage the APS6 ACAM staff within the Classified Systems Delivery Section COMSEC team.
• Ensure Home Affairs COMSEC accounts are operating in accordance with the ACSI suite of publications, the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
• Operate and maintain COMSEC systems including Australian Key Management Infrastructure (AKMI) and Communications Security Accounting Reporting and Distribution Systems (CARDS).
• Manage annual inventory checks of HACE, keymat and COMSEC publications/aids, and the conduct of mandatory compliance checks of Accountable Communications Material (ACM) issued to COMSEC Local Elements (LE's)/sub-accounts.
• Provide COMSEC support to Secret and Top-Secret ICT within the Department and supported agencies.

Additional information

Mandatory

• Qualified or able to achieve qualification to be appointed as COMSEC Account Manager
• Qualified or able to achieve qualification to use AKMI
• Understands and complies with COMSEC policies, frameworks, instructions, processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing high priorities
• Demonstrated problem solving and continuous improvement skills
• Highly motivated and positive team player with a flexible approach to different work environments
• Ability to contribute specialist expertise and experience, and capitalise on the knowledge and skills in the team.

Preferred

• Qualified to operate, maintain and support departmental operated HACE including:
• Taclane Family of Equipment
• AltoCrypt Stik
• Mini-CATAPAN PRIME
• Enterprise-CATAPAN PRIME
• Sectera Viper
• Vinson Family of Equipment
• Background/experience in physical, personnel, transmission, cryptographic and emission security.
• Experience in Design, Build and Management of Security Zones.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 15/01/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 136108 in the document footer.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.

Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit:

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email:
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including sa.