Information Technology Traineeship - Canberra, Australia - ASIO

ASIO

Verified Company

Canberra, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

The Organisation
The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security.

In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team.

ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.

The Opportunity
Are you seeking a career in an intelligence agency where you can contribute and make a difference to the security of Australia?

Do you have an interest in Information Technology?

ASIO is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Information Technology (IT) Traineeship which is undertaken over a period of two years.

As a Trainee, you will complete a Certificate IV in Information Technology as well as receiving on the job training.

ASIO will pay for your training and provide you with a mentor who will offer support and guidance throughout your traineeship.

Role responsibilities
As an IT Trainee in ASIO, you will undertake work placements across multiple teams, including but not limited to:

Digital Workspace - provide ICT Desktop Infrastructure (Virtual and Physical) and Identity Management solutions supporting ASIO's digital workspace across the globe.

Networking Data, Voice and Video - monitors and manages ASIO IP data networks.

Information Security - manages the information security needs of the Organisation.

Service Management - first point of contact to the ICT world of ASIO.

Project Management & Business Analysis - develops new capabilities for ASIO.

As part of the two-year Traineeship you will undertake a Certificate IV in Information Technology.

You will be assigned a mentor who will provide general support and guidance, as well as being supported during your rotations by existing ASIO ICT professionals.

You will undertake four rotations, for a period of six months each.

These rotations provide you with hands on experience in multiple work areas within the Organisation and across a variety of technology platforms.

This will provide you with a solid understanding as to where you would like to steer your career.

During the IT Traineeship, ASIO will cover the costs relating to the completion of a Certificate IV in Information Technology and will give you time within your working week to complete your studies.

Key attributes
Passion for ICT and related professions.

Display an ongoing commitment to learning and developing new skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in dynamic teams.

Benefits
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:

A competitive salary, including a 7.5 per cent allowance for maintaining a Top Secret security clearance at the highest level.

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 (please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options may not be available).

Seven staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.

Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.

Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Eligibility
To be eligible for the role, you must be:
An Australian citizen.

Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a Top Secret security clearance at the highest level.

Please advise us if you require any additional assistance in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.

Location
These positions are located in Canberra, ACT.

How to apply
An up-to-date CV, no more than two pages in length.

A response to the following question (no more than 500 words):
Why do you consider ASIO's IT Traineeship to be a good career opportunity for you? In your response describe:
Why did you apply?

What are you looking for out of the traineeship?

What do you think you could bring to the Organisation?

Closing date and time
Wednesday 31 January 2024 at 5:00pm AEDST

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