ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Join ASC in a pivotal role as Security Advisor – Personnel Security, ensuring our workforce meets the stringent security requirements of the SSN-AUKUS program. Reporting to the Team Lead – Security Governance & Assurance, you’ll manage vetting processes, DISP compliance obligations, ongoing employment suitability, develop and deliver awareness briefings and conduct personnel risk assessments to safeguard national security interests. This dynamic position offers the chance to influence security practices during a period of significant organisational transformation.

Additionally, this role may require flexible working hours and periodic international travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end AGSVA clearance processes, including initiation, monitoring, and renewals.
• Oversee a centralised security clearance register and provide status reporting to leadership.
• Design and deliver security awareness programs, onboarding briefings, and targeted training.
• Ensure compliance with DISP and ASA personnel security requirements.
• Conduct personnel risk assessments and implement insider threat mitigation strategies.
• Support pre-employment suitability checks and high-risk offboarding processes.
• Prepare reports, maintain compliance documentation, and contribute to audits and governance forums.

About you 

• Tertiary qualification in Security, Risk Management, HR, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in personnel security or vetting roles.
• Strong knowledge of AGSVA processes, DISP requirements, and Defence security frameworks.
• Skilled in managing clearance workflows and conducting risk assessments.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
• Eligible for AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 2 and compliance with ITAR regulations.
• Must have or be able to complete the Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Security Officer Course.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance up to an NV2 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website. 

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
• Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas.

Adelaide, South Australia (SA), combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. As a centre for innovation, SA offers careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing. Celebrated for its Mediterranean climate and cultural richness, Adelaide provides excellent work/life balance. Explore world-class wineries, enjoy the vibrant food scene, and experience affordable, family-friendly living in a welcoming, community-oriented city.

About ASC

ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.