Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)
2022 Technologist Graduate Program Intake
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job or Program
- $80,797 plus 15.4% superannuation
- Apply by 12 Apr 2021
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) is currently seeking dedicated, tech-savvy Australians across a mixture of fields for the Technologist Graduate Program. This is an opportunity to start a technical career with enduring purpose at one of Australia's most trusted and unique workplaces.
The ideal candidate
While we're looking for attitude as much as aptitude, to apply you'll need to have completed – or be in the final year of – a degree of technical relevance, such as (but not limited to):
- Software engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Networking
- Containerisation and cloud architecture
- ICT
- DevSecOps
- Mechatronics
- Data management
- Telecommunications
- Program and portfolio management.
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
- A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a Positive Vetting security clearance;
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent;
- A variety of leave options, including four weeks annual leave;
- Flexible working/hours arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. We adopt an "if not, why not" approach to working flexibly. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, working from home may not be available);
- Six staff-led diversity and inclusion networks
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education; and
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Why ASIO?
ASIO provides advice to the Australian Government to protect Australia, its people and its interests in today's complex and changing world. To be successful in this mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient. Our people are our most important asset, they are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things. The only difference is, we don't tell you where we work or what we do.
To be eligible for the role, you must be:
- An Australian citizen;
- Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a Positive Vetting security clearance;
- Have completed, or be in the final year of, a degree of technical relevance.
ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome and value applications from all eligible candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.
All positions are Canberra based.
About the employer
Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)
4.4
1,000 - 50,000 employees
Government & Public Service
After WWII, it was discovered Soviet spies were accessing confidential government data from both the UK and Australia. In 1949, this prompted the Prime Minister to issue a ‘Directive for the Establishment and Maintenance of a Security Service’, which set in motion the creation of ASIO.
Pros and cons of working at Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO)
Pros
I enjoy the people I work with, and the friends that I have made in the office. Moving across the country to work can be quite hard but it's definitely made easier by the people you work with.
Working on interesting and challenging technology problems with a real-world impact on protecting all Australians.
The people are fantastic. I've been super impressed with the quality of people here. Always very friendly and welcoming. The work though has been very fulfilling, especially when compared to private industry.
Being able to help contribute to the protection and security of the Australian people while being privy to exciting new technologies. The staff in our organisation are amazing people and are fantastic to work with.
The mission. Having the opportunity to come to work every day and use my skills and background to make a positive difference in Australia's national security is so rewarding and fulfilling.
Cons
Not being able to tell your friends and family about the intricacies of work is tough.
Not being able to discuss your work can be challenging at times but once you're used to it, it's fine.
Not being able to work from home. I do miss rolling out of bed and starting my day but I also understand, given the work we do.
Not being able to talk about all the interesting stuff you work on.
Limited work-from-home opportunities.