GAZ - APS6 - ACT - Alternate Communications Security Account Manager (ACAM)

Job Details

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 142317

Location

ACT

Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

Classification

APS Level 6 - $99,734.00 and $111,701.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

Contact Officer

Sara McDonald on COMSEC@homeaffairs.gov.au

Office Arrangements

Onsite - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.

Applications close on 22/11/2026 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

About our opportunity

This process is being used to fill 2 immediate positions.

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.

About our team

Technology | Enterprise Technology Services | Technology Operations & Support | Classified Systems Delivery

The Classified Systems Delivery (CSD) Section within the Technology Group delivers, operates, and supports secure Information and Communications Technology (ICT) services that enable critical national security functions, border protection operations, and secure communications for Australian government organisations.

CSD employs skilled and experienced staff organised to perform operations functions, provide service desk and COMSEC support, and design, install, operate and maintain a secure ICT platform, networks, gateways, and end user services.

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force.

Our ideal candidate

• Significant skills and experience in Australian Government Communications Security (COMSEC)
• Very good COMSEC account management skills and experience
• Very good all-round communications skills
• Team oriented
• Customer focussed for ICT service delivery.

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure Home Affairs COMSEC accounts operate in accordance with COMSEC policy requirements, the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM)
• Operate and maintain COMSEC systems including undertaking activities involving the management and handling of ACM
• Operate HACE using Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) approved network management systems
• Assist the CAM to train authorised users in procedures for the operation, safeguarding and controlling ACM
• Produce, update and review COMSEC work instructions in support of all users, including COMSEC staff
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Undertake domestic travel, as required, to conduct audits of Home Affairs and partner locations where CSD managed services are installed
• Manage the section's compliance with security processes, procedures and asset management requirements, and promote a positive security culture
• Perform the duties of the CAM, as outlined in national COMSEC policy, during periods of CAM absence
• Participate in an on-call roster to provide COMSEC after hours support.

Additional information

• Qualified, or able to attain qualification, as a COMSEC Account Manager
• Qualified, or able to attain qualification, in the use of relevant systems for the management of ACM
• Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to comply with, Australian Government standards, frameworks, instructions, policies, processes and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and continuous improvement skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive and productive working relationships, with a flexible approach to different work environments
• Demonstrated ability to apply specialist expertise and experience and leverage the knowledge and skills in the team
• Experience operating, maintaining and supporting HACE within a departmental environment
• Demonstrated understanding of, and recent experience in, risk management, assessment and reporting within secure environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting Australian Government ICT systems
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience in, physical, personnel, transmission, cryptographic and emission security.

How to apply

Submit your application and CV through Home Affairs' recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing data on 22/11/2026 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT - Late applications will not be accepted.

As part of your application, you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge and experience are relevant to the role
• Why you are interested in the role
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to deliver this role.

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number - 142317 in the document footer.

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level Standards relevant to the classifications you are applying to. It may also be useful to the Integrated Leadership System information relevant to the classification.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

​The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.

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Diversity and inclusion

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Technical assistance

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

Notes

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position, to read more click here. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

AI tools may be used to support parts of this recruitment process. The selection panel will disclose where and how AI is used.

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers.