Securing Australia - protecting its people. Job Vacancies Assistant Director-General (SES Band 1) Technology LeaderJob type: Leadership in ASIOLocation: VariousCategory: Ongoing - PermanentJob reference: $NEG22-Jul-2024Description:The OrganisationThe Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging, and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable, and resilient. We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age, or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.The opportunityASIO uses a human-led, data-driven, technology-enabled approach to understand and respond to threats. We embrace new technologies, ways of working, and seize opportunities to innovate, partnering within and outside government to best effect. To ensure ASIO remains ahead of Australia's adversaries, ASIO continues to implement the government's $1.25 billion investment in our most sensitive capabilities. As a senior technology leader, you will be responsible for ensuring outcomes from this investment, to provide the security assurance Australians expect. We are looking for highly-skilled, committed, and experienced professionals to lead ASIO's technology and data capabilities - capabilities which empower everything we do. We're looking for a leader who can inspire our staff to do things our adversaries believe are impossible.In this role, you will work closely with your team and the Senior Executive across capability and mission areas to deliver outcomes consistent with the Organisation's practices and values. As a senior technical leader, you will be responsible for leading the continued investment in the development of ASIO staff to deliver world-class operational activity against our toughest adversaries.Key attributesAbility to lead and inspire multi-disciplined, diverse, and geographically dispersed teams to innovate, develop, and deploy technology solutions in an intelligence or security context.Exceptional communication skills to drive your team and deliver against mission-critical outcomes.Formal qualifications in a relevant technical field, preferably at post-graduate level.Proven ability to deliver results in a dynamic, high-pressure, and challenging environment, and engage with risk.Ability to establish strategic partnerships, leverage industry relationships, and engage with customers and stakeholders to make decisions in the best interests of ASIO.Understanding of the legal framework that governs ASIO operations, the security culture, and rigour required.Ability to lead technology and data capabilities, empowering whole-of-enterprise business and operational outcomes.Ability to lead adoption of cloud technologies.Demonstrated leadership within program, project, and product approaches.A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies with similar requirements, valid for up to 18 months.What we offer youA competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) security clearance.Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave, to ensure work-life balance.Flexible working arrangements (note: due to our environment, work from home options are generally not available).Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.Access to staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).EligibilityAustralian citizen.Assessment as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access (TS-PA) security clearance.ASIO values diversity and encourages applications from all eligible candidates, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Reasonable adjustmentsPlease advise us if you require additional assistance to participate fully in the recruitment or workplace.LocationPositions are located in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Adelaide.How to applyClick on 'Apply online' to begin your application. Include:A written pitch (up to 500 words) demonstrating your skills and experience.An up-to-date CV (max two pages).Details of 2 referees, including a current or previous manager.All employment decisions are merit-based. Be prepared for various selection stages. Applications are confidential. Do not discuss your application externally.Closing date and timeMonday, 22 July 2024 at 5:00 pm AEDT. No extensions or late applications accepted.Employment conditionsEmployment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions are similar to the Australian Public Service, including superannuation and salary packaging.EnquiriesContact ASIO Recruitment at or .More informationVisit: