Telecommunications Interception and Data Specialist
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.
We seek to reflect the diversity of the community we protect. ASIO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where all staff are valued and respected. We welcome applications from all eligible candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious affiliation, age or disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply. We are secretive about what we do, not what we value.
The opportunity
Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will drive and manage projects that provide capabilities to capture and deliver lawful telecommunications interception (TI) and telecommunications data product in accordance with legislative requirements, standards and specifications. The role involves liaison with Carrier/Carriage Service Providers (C/CSPs), Designated Communications Providers (DCPs), Interception Agencies (agencies) and communications equipment and software vendors, both domestic and international.
A merit pool may be created to fill future vacancies which have the same or similar requirements to this position. This merit pool will be valid for up to 18 months.
This role may attract an additional technical skills allowance of up to 10% of base salary.
Role responsibilities
As a Senior Technical Specialist in ASIO, you will:
Manage the development, implementation and maintenance of strategic or interim lawful interception and telecommunications data capabilities.
Provide technical leadership for the development of ASIO’s TI and data request systems.
Liaise with domestic and international:
- C/CSPs and DCPs.
- interception and data request agencies (mostly law enforcement and anticorruption agencies).
- commercial providers (communications equipment and software vendors).
- government and internal stakeholders.
Regularly test lawful interception and delivery systems, performing protocol analysis and network-level problem-solving.
- Provide level 2 and 3 support for TI connections, collection, product assurance systems, telecommunications data requests and CLOUD Act data.
- Contribute to the provision of technical telecommunications SME advice to internal and external stakeholders, including for the provision of policy and process development.
- Contribute to the development of TI standards and specifications within Australia.
As a Technical Specialist in ASIO, you will:
Contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of strategic or interim lawful interception and telecommunications data capabilities.
Provide technical expertise that informs the development of ASIO’s TI and data request systems.
Liaise with domestic and international:
- C/CSPs and DCPs.
- interception and data request agencies (mostly law enforcement and anticorruption agencies).
- commercial providers (communications equipment and software vendors).
- government and internal stakeholders.
Regularly test lawful interception and delivery systems, performing protocol analysis and network-level problem-solving.
- Provide level 1 and 2 support for TI connections, collection, product assurance systems, telecommunications data requests and CLOUD Act data.
- Contribute to the provision of technical telecommunications SME advice to internal and external stakeholders, including for the provision of policy and process development.
What you will bring
Experience, background or understanding of one or more of the following:
- Demonstrated experience in telecommunications technologies.
- Demonstrated experience with carrier networks and/or interception and retained telecommunications data systems.
- Demonstrated system integration and project delivery experience.
- Experience in NiFi and cloud technologies.
- Understanding in any of the following:
- IP/IMS Networks (architecture, systems and related protocols).
- Contemporary mobile network architecture such as LTE and 5G.
- NFV/virtualisation/containerisation as applicable to telecommunications networks, or
- Carrier-level VoIP implementations.
- Previous exposure to 3rd Generation Partnership Program (3GPP) and/or European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) specifications.
What we offer you
ASIO provides a number of benefits to its staff including:
- A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET-Privileged Access security clearance.
- Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
- A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work-life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work-life balance. (Please note: due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available.
- Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
- Access to 7 staff-led diversity and inclusion networks.
- Mentoring opportunities.
- 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-Privileged Access security clearance.
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 peoples are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable adjustments
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, Sydney and Melbourne. Relocation assistance is provided to successful candidates where required.
How to apply
Click on ‘Apply online’ to commence your application. Your application must be complete and include the following:
- A written pitch of up to 800 words using examples to demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
- A current CV, no more than 2 pages in length, outlining your employment history, the dates and a brief description of your role, as well as any academic qualifications or relevant training you may have undertaken.
- Details of 2 referees, which must include a current or previous manager.
All employment decisions and selection processes at ASIO are based on merit principles and candidates must be prepared to undergo various selection stages.
ASIO holds all employment applications in the strictest of confidence. It is essential that you do the same. Please do not discuss your application with others as doing so may adversely affect your potential employment.
Closing date and time
Monday 27 January 2025, 5:00pm AEDT
No extensions will be granted and late applications will not be accepted.
Employment conditions
Employment is under the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation Act 1979. Conditions of service are similar to those applying in the Australian Public Service. We recognise entitlements accrued under the Public Service Act 1999 and provide for continuation of superannuation under the Commonwealth schemes. Salary packaging arrangements are also available.
Enquiries
If you require further information after reading the selection documentation, please contact ASIO Recruitment at careers@asio.gov.au or phone 02 6263 7888.
More information
For more information about ASIO, please visit: www.asio.gov.au.