Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):
- Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
- 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
- 18 days of paid personal leave per year
- Generous superannuation of 15.4%
- 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 14 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
- Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance
- Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?
The Technology Operations & Chief Information Officer Command is a trusted frontline partner that enables policing through problem solving and technical expertise and excellence. The Command provides corporate application, ICT end to end solutions, advice, cyber security and infrastructure that underpin AFP activities. The Command aims to be a highly collaborative, innovative, reliable and trusted enabler across the AFP.
The Chief Technology Officer Branch is seeking Communications Security (COMSEC) Officers at the Band 6 and Band 7 level. You will play a key role in ensuring the enterprise network remains secure, adaptable, and aligned with both strategic and operational needs. The COMSSEC Officer will provide consultancy within their area of specialisation. They develop and promote technical solutions which support the business requirements of the AFP, within areas of expertise.
These roles are expected to operate with limited supervision, demonstrate sound decision-making, and adapt to emerging priorities. You’ll also contribute to a positive team culture by modelling professionalism, encouraging collaboration, and supporting team capability development. As a member of Chief Technology Officer branch, you will ensure the achievement of outcomes are in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.
What will you do?
As the COMSEC Team member you are responsible for the secure receipt, custody, issue, accounting, and destruction of classified cryptographic materials, equipment, and information. You ensure compliance with stringent government or organizational security policies, manage key management infrastructure, and oversee access to COMSEC material to prevent breaches. You will work proactively with internal stakeholders, project teams, and cyber security experts to ensure the enterprise network supports business priorities while complying with technical and governance standards.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Accountability & Inventory, maintaining 100% accountability of all COMSEC material, including key tapes, electronic keys, and devices.
- Compliance & Policy, implementing COMSEC policies (e.g., ACSI 104, NSA, DoD regulations) and developing Security Practices and Procedures (SPP) in accordance with legislated and regulatory responsibilities for COMSEC the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and Information Security Manual (ISM).
- Key Management: Ordering, loading, and distributing cryptographic keying material and managing cryptographic accounts.
- Access Control & Training: Managing access lists, vetting personnel, providing briefings and debriefings to users, and conducting training.
- Incident Management: Supporting COMSEC incident reporting, investigations, and emergency action plans.
- Auditing: Conducting regular audits, inspections, and inventories to identify vulnerabilities.
Essential Requirements
- You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
- Qualified or able to achieve qualification as an Agency COMSEC Officer (ACO) (ASD course).
- Qualified COMSEC Account Manager (ASD course).
- Negative Vetting 2 security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
- Demonstrated understanding of relevant strategies, policies, frameworks, standards, instructions, processes and procedures.
- Demonstrated sound judgement and decision-making in high-impact technical environments.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
- Qualified or able to achieve qualification to use AKMI.
Qualified to operate, maintain and support departmental operated HACE including:
- Taclane
- AltoCrypt Stik
- Mini-CATAPAN PRIME
- Enterprise-CATAPAN PRIME
- IT security, security and risk management qualifications.
Additional Information
- These roles are located in Canberra ACT and successful applicants must be based there. Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements will be considered on a case by case basis.
- When applying you will be asked to nominate which band level/s you wish to be considered for. Note you will only be assessed against the band level/s you select.
- All applications must be made on the AFP website. Please carefully review the job advertisement on the AFP website to understand the mandatory application documents required.
Contact Officer: Andrew Cooper
Contact Officer Email: andrew.cooper@afp.gov.au
Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 02/06/2026
