The key duties of the position include:
The Role
The Submarine Force Security Advisor plays a critical role within the Physical Security function, bridging the gap between strategic security policy and hands-on protective operations. Operating under broad direction, this role is accountable for ensuring compliance with a myriad of legislative frameworks, government decision-making processes, and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.
This position demands not only a deep technical understanding of physical security measures and risk assessments but also the ability to provide detailed security, technical, and professional advice on intricate protective issues. The Security Advisor collaborates extensively with diverse stakeholders, ranging from internal teams to external government bodies, managing sensitive security issues with a proactive mindset.
Through constant awareness of emerging threats and evolving security landscapes, the Security Advisor not only safeguards critical assets and information but also contributes to the long-term development of robust, adaptive security frameworks essential to maintaining national Defence integrity.
This role is not remote.
About our Team
The Submarine Force (SUBFOR) represents a dynamic and cohesive team where every member plays a crucial role in securing Australia's national interests. Working within SUBFOR means joining an integrated workforce where collaboration, discipline, and mutual respect are everyday practices. Team members bring diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives together to tackle complex challenges, ensuring that strategies are both innovative and robust.
Our Ideal Candidate
You will be a seasoned security leader with a deep understanding of security frameworks with demonstrated experience in leading security teams and advising senior leadership in sensitive environments. You will bring advanced knowledge of risk assessments, security protocols, and policy interpretation while thriving in environments that demand both independent initiative and collaborative teamwork.
Proactive in anticipating emerging threats you balance analytical rigor with strategic foresight. You not only deliver robust security outcomes independently but also contribute significantly to collective team performance, ensuring that Defence operations remain secure and resilient in an ever-evolving landscape.
* Technical Security Expertise.
* Regulatory & Policy Acumen.
* Autonomous Decision-Making & Strategic Judgement.
* Communication & Stakeholder Engagement.
* Team Leadership & Coaching.
* Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills.
Eligibility
Security Clearance:
Prior to commencement, successful applicants will be required to undergo a psychological assessment and an extensive security clearance process. As a Positive Vetting clearance is required, applicants must be Australian Citizens; be able to account for their personal background for their whole life; and be able to demonstrate suitability to work in a high security intelligence environment.
Getting to know the Department of Defence
The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers