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).
