Technologists
Tech careers that take you places
Our technologists are adept at finding solutions to the most complex problems by researching and developing new platforms, or adapting existing technologies to suit our requirements.
Whether you’re an IT specialist with expertise in digital risk management, data, networking, applications, engineering, project and program management, business analysis, strategy or architecture, ASIS technologists pair exceptional professional and interpersonal skills with their strong drive to protect Australia and its national interests.
Technologists
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Overview
Operational technology officersOperational technology officers enable ASIS to collect foreign intelligence through the design, development and application of innovative technical solutions. We employ a team of committed and creative officers from a diverse range of engineering, technical and scientific backgrounds who are responsible for developing, managing and deploying unique technical collection capabilities. Being one of ASIS's key operational streams, operational technology officers must possess strong interpersonal and, ideally, cross-cultural skills, as they may need to perform these roles in overseas locations.TechnologistsASIS technologists are known for their flexible, innovative and creative approach to problem solving and service delivery – essential qualities given the unique nature of our work. We are always interested in meeting talented people from a range of technical and engineering backgrounds, including:
- client engagement/business relationship management
- business analysis
- project management
- quality assurance
- service desk/IT support
- application development
- software development
- data science and data analysis
- desktop
- networks
- servers and storage
- digital risk management
- engineering (software, mechanical, electronics and RF)
- electronics technicians
- textiles technicians
- machinists
- cloud technologies
- IT security and cyber
- systems integration
- knowledge and information management
- resource management and procurement
- strategy and architecture
Candidates require the following to be eligible to apply for a technologist role:- Australian citizenship
- relevant education
- the ability to demonstrate our core values, in particular the highest levels of personal integrity and professionalism
- enthusiasm, excellent interpersonal skills and sound judgement
- the ability to obtain and hold a high-level national security clearance
Live in Canberra, connect with the world
ASIS's office is located in Canberra. With easy access to an international airport, plenty of parks, cultural institutions and restaurants, it’s an excellent home base for an aspiring technologist. -
Testimonials
In the words of a technologist
- "I always wanted a job that was a bit different. I joined ASIS looking for something that would challenge me, while offering breadth and variety. I had been working in engineering elsewhere in government, but I was looking for a role that enabled me to be hands-on with innovative and leading edge technology, with opportunities to use both technical and interpersonal skills to have real and immediate impact.”
- “No two technical projects are ever quite the same, requiring close consultation with users, and an understanding of the operational context. Technologists are encouraged to develop a great range of skills and knowledge, so they may solve difficult and varied problems in creative and innovative ways. This is often done within short timeframes, in response to dynamic situations and requires collaboration and teamwork, both internally, and with other agencies and departments.”
- "I always wanted a job that was a bit different. I joined ASIS looking for something that would challenge me, while offering breadth and variety. I had been working in engineering elsewhere in government, but I was looking for a role that enabled me to be hands-on with innovative and leading edge technology, with opportunities to use both technical and interpersonal skills to have real and immediate impact.”
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How to apply
How to apply
Applying for a role at ASIS is a confidential process.
Do not discuss your application with anyone, as this could impact on your career with ASIS. Applying with ASIS is more detailed than your average employment application, the process takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes to complete. You will be asked to supply the following information:
Personal
- Citizenship details
- Drivers licence details
- Digital passport sized photo (does not however need to be a professionally taken passport photo)
- Relationship/spouse details
Education and employment
- Education details - secondary and tertiary institutions and qualifications if applicable
- Resume
- Previous 10 years of employment history- approximate dates and supervisor details
Extra-curricular and foreign experience
- Previous 10 years of international travel history (work or leisure) - approximate dates and countries
- Extra-curricular and/or foreign experience details
- Passport details
- Languages
- Professional memberships
Extended reponse
- Provide responses against specific questions while considering the competencies for the position
Once you have submitted your completed online application form, you will receive an on-screen confirmation that your application has been successfully received by ASIS. Beyond this, you will only be contacted again if you progress to the next stage of the application process. ASIS does not provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.More About Applying -
Selection process
Selection process
The specialist nature of ASIS's work demands the highest levels of dedication, integrity and professionalism from our staff. For this reason, our selection processes are competitive and rigorous. As a rough guide, the selection process for a technologist generally takes around 7 to 12 months from the date of application to the offer of employment and covers a range of different selection phases. The selection process may include some, or all, of the following:- written application
- written test
- interview
- referee checks
- assessment centre
- security assessment
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FAQs
FAQs
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What type of degree is required?
We recruit technologists from a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to ICT, software development, data (analytics, management, science), engineering (hardware, software, communications, RF, mechatronics, mechanical and electronic), networks, cloud, cyber, client engagement and more.
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Where are roles located?
Our officers work in Canberra with the opportunity to undertake postings in a range of overseas locations.
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How do I know ASIS received my application?
Once you’ve submitted your completed online application form, you will receive an on-screen confirmation that your application has been successfully received by ASIS. Beyond this, you will only be contacted again if you’ve progressed through to the next stage of the application process.
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What type of degree is required?
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Current vacancies
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Talent Register - AI, Machine Learning, Data Science and Analytics
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Talent Register - AI, Machine Learning, Data Science and Analytics
Are you keen to design and develop world-class capabilities, turning data into knowledge and operational outcomes? Are you passionate about building solutions to allow data to tell its story? ASIS offers an opportunity to achieve these goals in an uncompromisingly unique environment. As a Data Professional in ASIS, you will have the chance to actively enable our operational teams to make the best use of ASIS’s unique data assets.
Positions are based in Canberra or Adelaide.
Adelaide positions are based in the CBD.
ASIS leverages the wide world of open-source software and supplements it with our own development to deliver the bespoke tools required for the ASIS mission. Among our core languages are Python, Scala, Java, C++, Rust and JavaScript. Our toolset includes Spring, PyTorch, Tensorflow, Apache Spark, Apache Accumulo, Apache Hadoop, Apache NiFi, Apache Solr, Ansible and Git. We leverage structured and unstructured data, including geospatial and multilingual data sets of varying quality. Ideal candidates will be extraordinarily innovative, self-motivated and keen to use these toolsets to craft new systems that are simply not found in any other organisation.
If this sounds like an environment you could thrive in, then apply for one of these unique positions.
We have a number of positions available including:
Data Scientists at Level 4 to EL1; and
MLOps Engineers at Level 5 to EL1
Machine Learning Scientists at Level 4 to EL1; and
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Are you keen to design and develop world-class capabilities, turning data into knowledge and operational outcomes? Are you passionate about building solutions to allow data to tell its story? ASIS offers an opportunity to achieve these goals in an uncompromisingly unique environment. As a Data Professional in ASIS, you will have the chance to actively enable our operational teams to make the best use of ASIS’s unique data assets.
Positions are based in Canberra or Adelaide.
Adelaide positions are based in the CBD.
ASIS leverages the wide world of open source software and supplements it with our own development to deliver the bespoke tools required for the ASIS mission. Among our core languages are Python, Scala, Java, C++, Rust and JavaScript. Our toolset includes Spring, PyTorch, Tensorflow, Apache Spark, Apache Accumulo, Apache Hadoop, Apache NiFi, Apache Solr, Ansible and Git. We leverage structured and unstructured data, including geospatial and multilingual data sets of varying quality. Ideal candidates will be extraordinarily innovative, self-motivated and keen to use these toolsets to craft new systems that are simply not found in any other organisation.
If this sounds like an environment you could thrive in, then apply for one of these unique positions.
We have a number of positions available including:
Site Reliability Engineers at Level 5 to EL2;
Software Engineers at Level 4 to EL1;
Data Specialists at Level 4 to Level 6SALARY
$97,148 - $202,365
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Information Management Officer L4-6
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Information Management Officer L4-6
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Ongoing
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Level 4 - 6
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Data Manager EL1
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Data Manager EL1
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validation.
The Data Manaqer EL1 level plays a crucial role for exploring data, uncovering insights to inform decision-making as well as promoting data literacy and fostering a data-driven culture by educating users on data concepts and tools.SALARY
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Executive Level 1
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Data analysis expertise will be essential for exploring data, uncovering insights, and supporting informed decision-making. You will also promote data literacy and foster a data-driven culture by educating users on data concepts and tools.SALARY
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work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to identify opportunities for data-driven insights and operational impact.
ASIS is at the forefront of intelligence capability and rapidly adopts the latest in technology to deliver novel solutions to real-world problems. A genuinely agile approach combined with strong governance has made ASIS a leader in the adoption and development of Artificial Intelligence. It is the responsibility of the Director of Data Science to ensure that capability development and adoption keeps pace with the demands of operations and that ASIS maintains its leadership position.SALARY
$171,497 - $202,365
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Ongoing
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Executive Level 2
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IT Manager EL1
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IT Manager EL1
ASIS is looking enthusiastic managers with a technical background who can manage teams in the following areas:
Infrastructure – Leading system engineers in network communications and server support
Enterprise Cloud – Leading system administrators in virtualisation technologies and desktop management platforms
Software Development – Leading software developers, software engineers and platform administrators
IT Service Management – Leading customer facing support teams such as IT Service Centre, Desktop Support and Business Engagement
Gateway and Mobility – Leading technical specialists and engaging vendors in gateway, networking, telecommunications and mobility solutions across multiple domains.SALARY
$145,137 - $169,572
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Ongoing
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The L5 Information Management System Support position supports the coordination and delivery of various programs and projects, and contribute to the development, implementation and management of electronic records and information within ASIS business systems. The position will be responsible for undertaking work that is moderately complex in nature and requires the exercise of sound judgement to provide technical, professional and/or policy advice to how records and information is managed.
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$105,013 - $113,141
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Full Time
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Importance of confidentiality
All applications for employment with ASIS are handled in the strictest confidence. It is essential that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality and that you do not discuss your application with anyone, as this could impact your career with ASIS.
