First Nations Expression of Interest – EY External Security Vetting
EY Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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First Nations Expression of Interest EY External Security Vetting
Acknowledgement of Country – EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous.
The Opportunity – Our Security Vetting team is expanding, and we are inviting expressions of interest from First Nations people for various roles, ranging from entry-level analysts to team leaders. In our Security Vetting Team at EY, you will receive mentorship, support to navigate your career path and personalise your journey. Your contributions will make a significant impact on the security industry in Australia.
The role can be based in Naarm – Melbourne, Boorloo – Perth, Ngambri – Canberra, Meanjin – Brisbane or Warrang – Sydney. Roles can be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours; please speak with us about options.
Your Key Responsibilities – Depending on your position, your responsibilities will include:
- Assessing components of clearance cases with meticulous attention to detail and managing complex processes, while reporting to an experienced team leader.
- Managing caseloads efficiently.
- Leading a team and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Managing complex processes either as part of a team or by leading one.
- Ensuring quality outcomes by enforcing stringent quality controls.
Skills and Attributes for Success – We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn. The wish list is:
- Attention to Detail: the meticulous scrutiny of extensive data and identification of potential risks.
- Quality Assurance: firm commitment to uphold high‑quality standards in vetting processes and documentation.
- Time Management: ensure milestones and SLAs are met with close attention to competing demands on time.
- Australian Citizens possessing a Security Clearance of Baseline, with an opportunity to upgrade to Negative Vetting 1 or 2 as required (preferred).
Eligibility – To apply for our First Nations opportunities, you are required to identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or both.
What You Can Expect – You’ll submit your application online and we will be in touch soon to discuss your application further. Please keep an eye out for an email from us regarding your application. We’ll guide you through this process with as much or as little support as you need.
What We Offer – At EY, we’ll fuel your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
- Career development: we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences (ey.com/au/careerdevelopment ).
- Flexible work arrangements: our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
- A comprehensive benefits package: from a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family‑friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender‑neutral paid parental leave. We cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally (ey.com/au/benefits ).
- Salary: we offer a market-competitive salary, open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.
We are seeking applications for this role from candidates who identify as being from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent pursuant to the exemption under section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (ADA) granted by Anti-Discrimination NSW to EY.
We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
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