Job Description
Full job description
Location: Canberra
Salary: $77,154 - $83,775
Classification: APS6
The National Anti-Corruption Commission
The National Anti-Corruption Commission enhances integrity in the Commonwealth public sector by deterring, detecting and preventing corrupt conduct involving Commonwealth public officials. It does this through education, monitoring, investigation, reporting and referral.
Working with us
This is an exciting time to join the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC). In its establishment phase, we are looking for outstanding individuals to embed robust systems and processes, deliver exciting and diverse projects and demonstrate innovation and commitment to integrity in the public service.
NACC staff work in a complex and dynamic setting where exceptional judgement and an ability to achieve results is critical.
Successful candidates will have the ability to cooperate, manage, lead and perform successfully across corporate and operational functions.
About this opportunity
The NACC has a Security Officer position available for immediate filling in Canberra. A merit list will be established to fill vacancies arising in the next 18 months.
About the role
Under the direction of the Senior Security Officer, the Security Officer supports the management of the NACC’s protective security measures, including administrative functions and arrangements that support compliance with the Australian Government’s Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF). The role provides a key support to the effective management of the physical security of the NACC’s properties.
Key activities
Supporting the agencies on-boarding processes for employees and contractors.
Contributing to the review and ongoing maintenance of security clearances through liaison with the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).
Providing guidance to staff and developing instructional materials on all aspects of protective security, including supporting the delivery of security awareness training and promoting a positive security culture.
Supporting security investigations in response to any security breaches or incidents.
Internal and external stakeholder engagement in support of the management of the NACC’s facilities and properties.
Contributing to the management of all electronic security systems across the Commission including CCTV, electronic access control, and key management systems.
Providing support to the Commission’s guard force across all locations.
Participating in an on-call after-hours roster which may include after-hours attendance.
Provide administrative support to the Security Team.
Perform other duties commensurate with the objectives of the team and classification.
Eligibility
Employment with the NACC is subject to the following conditions:
Citizenship – applicants must be an Australian Citizen.
Security clearance – this is a Designated Security Assessment Position. The occupant of this position will be required to undergo and maintain a security clearance to Negative Vetting 2.
Suitability assessment - the NACC must be satisfied that successful applicants are of suitable character. They must undergo a rigorous pre-employment suitability screening process that can be intrusive in nature including (but is not limited to) detailed background, character, employment, police and financial checks.
Probation - a probation period will apply to a new ongoing engagement in the Australian Public Service.
We encourage applications from the Australian community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
Contacts
The key duties of this position and capabilities required are listed in the Information Pack. If after viewing this information you have questions, please contact Jack Picker on 0428 048 +47 or jack.picker@nacc.gov.au.
For assistance with the online application system, please email recruitment@nacc.gov.au.
Applications Close
Sunday, 22 June 2026 at 11:30pm (AEST).
NACC
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