Governance

Governance and accountability

ASIS is accountable to the Australian Government through the Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) and the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS).

Leadership

Kerri Hartland is the Director-General of ASIS, and has held the position since February 2023.
Explore ASIS's Leadership

The National Intelligence Community

ASIS works closely with other members of the National Intelligence Community (NIC). We have an extensive network of operational partners and close partnerships with intelligence services of other countries.
How The NIC Works

Accountability and legislation

Despite the classified nature of our work, ASIS's conduct and functions are subject to strict oversight. ASIS is accountable to the Australian Government through the Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security (PJCIS), the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security (IGIS) and the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO).
ASIS's Accountability Framework

History

ASIS has protected Australia since our establishment in 1952.

Public Interest Disclosures

ASIS promotes Public Interest Disclosure for suspected wrongdoing.

Mythbusting

A real secret intelligence agency is very different to what you might have seen portrayed in popular culture.

FAQs

Do some intelligence gathering of your own, by learning more about ASIS and the careers on offer.