APS5/6 Personnel Security Vetting Officer

Job Description

Position Title: APS5 / APS6 Personnel Security Vetting Officer
Employment Type: Labour hire contract (Approx 12 months with potential to extend)
Location: Canberra
Hourly Pay Rate: Negotiable dependent on skills and experience
Security Clearance/Requirements: Minimum NV1 security clearance at time of application

ABOUT THE ROLE

A Federal Government Department is seeking experienced Personnel Security Vetting Officers at the APS5 and APS6 levels to support its security clearance and maintenance functions.

The role involves undertaking personnel security vetting activities up to the NV2 level, including complex assessments, quality assurance activities, and the provision of sound advice to support key business outcomes. Successful candidates will work within an established vetting team and contribute to maintaining high standards of integrity, compliance, and timeliness in line with government security frameworks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake personnel security vetting in accordance with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and relevant standard operating procedures

• Utilise case management systems and other internal systems to support vetting activities

• Provide sound and well-reasoned advice regarding security clearance outcomes and demonstrate receptiveness to feedback

• Assess and manage complex vetting cases and prepare high-quality supporting documentation

• Manage a Quality Assurance (QA) caseload, including engagement with external service providers, ensuring alignment with PSPF and internal QA standards

• Work effectively to tight deadlines in a high-tempo environment with shifting priorities

• Undertake additional administrative and security-related tasks, such as inbox management and assessment of change of circumstance notifications

• Work from an office-based location in Canberra
  
  

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security Vetting) is essential.

• Demonstrated experience undertaking personnel security vetting activities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Proven capability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a professional approach to liaison

• High level of integrity and commitment to APS Values and the APS Code of Conduct
  
  

ELIGIBILITY

• Australian citizenship is required

• Minimum NV1 security clearance at time of application.

Apply now or contact Angel Malkovich on 6260 8888 at SOS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications for this role will close on 28 January 2026. If your application is received after this date, we’ll be happy to keep your CV on file for similar opportunities that may arise. We encourage you to apply even if the closing date has passed.

SOS Recruitment is committed to workplace diversity and equity in employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, women, people with family responsibilities, people with diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, religious beliefs, and LGBTIQ+ people.