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Why become an Intelligence Officer?

Working as an Intelligence Officer is a unique job that is challenging and exciting - it's a role not just anyone can do. As an Intelligence Officer, you'll gather intelligence overseas with the potential to help protect and promote Australia's national interests and security.

Ramesh
Intelligence Officer

Prior to joining ASIS, I had worked in several desk jobs, but I always had an interest in travel and languages (having studied a language throughout high school and Uni, and I was looking...

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It's a job not just anyone can do

The role of an Intelligence Officer is truly unique. It offers highly-talented people the opportunity to help protect and promote Australia’s national interests and, in some cases, help save Australian lives.

A lifestyle like no other

Intelligence Officers plan, develop and manage intelligence operations overseas in often difficult environments that draw on their judgement, intellect and inner strengths. Intelligence Officers display personal courage, are highly motivated and have an innate sense of curiosity. They enjoy connecting with people from different cultures and overcoming obstacles to deliver results.

The role of an Intelligence Officer is challenging and exciting - it's a job not just anyone can do.

  • Expectations

    To succeed as an Intelligence Officer, you will need to demonstrate superior interpersonal and liaison skills in order to build strong relationships.

    Expectations
  • Selection Process

    As a rough guide, the selection process for Intelligence Officers generally takes around seven months from the date of application to the offer of employment.

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