EY EY External Security Vetting Analyst Team Leader 

Australia 

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As External Security Vetting Analyst Team Leader, you'll take the lead in building and leading a high performing team, handling complex personal security clearance processes across various security levels, such as Baseline, Negative Vetting Level 1, Negative Vetting Level 2, and Positive Vetting.

Your key responsibilities

In this critical role, you will be responsible for leading high performing teams, assessing clearance cases, and leveraging your experience in vetting with attention to detail and ability to manage a complex process. You will also be accountable for Quality Assurance, enforcing stringent quality controls on Personal Security Files (PSFs), and provide sound, data-driven advice on clearance outcomes.

• Process security clearances meticulously, strictly adhering to the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and EY best practices.

• Conduct thorough Quality Assurance checks on Personal Security Files (PSFs) ensuring their alignment with standard procedures and the PSPF.

• Collaborate seamlessly with multiple internal and external stakeholders and senior team members to deliver efficient and effective caseload management and execution.

What we look for

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Extensive vetting experience (essential) in Government or similar high-security environments

• A minimum Negative Vetting Level 1, with the opportunity to upgrade to Negative Vetting 2 as required

• Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security Vetting)

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Leadership: Experience in leading teams with the drive to mentor and lead a team of enthusiastic security analysts.

• Attention to Detail: The meticulous scrutiny of extensive data and identification of potential security risks.

• Quality Assurance: Firm commitment to uphold high-quality standards in vetting processes and documentation, strictly adhering to the PSPF.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn .

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences

• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

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