Manager - EY Defence Vetting - Risk Consulting

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What’s in it for you?   

As a Manager in the External Security Vetting team, you'll lead a team of Vetting Analysts, handling   complex personal security clearance processes across various security levels, such as  Baseline, Negative Vetting Level 1, Negative Vetting Level 2, and Positive Vetting.  

In this role, you will have supervisory responsibility for a high performing team of vetting analysts, assessing clearance cases, you will leverage your experience in vetting to help build the capability within your team. You will have attention to detail and the ability to manage a complex process. You will be part of the Quality Assurance process, enforcing stringent quality controls on Personal Security Files (PSFs), and be able to document sound, data-driven advice on clearance outcomes.  

• Process security clearances meticulously, strictly adhering to the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) and EY best practices.  
• Conduct thorough Quality Assurance checks on Personal Security Files (PSFs) ensuring their alignment with standard procedures and the PSPF.  
• Effectively manage caseload and execution.  
• Coach, mentor and counsel Analysts and Senior Analysts, as well new team members to  help us grow our team  

What we’re looking for  

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your  strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.  

• A minimum Negative Vetting Level 1, with the opportunity to upgrade to Negative Vetting 2 as required  
• Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security Vetting)  
• Leadership: Experience in leading a team with the drive to mentor and lead a team of enthusiastic security analysts.  
• Attention to Detail: The meticulous scrutiny of extensive data and identification of potential security risks.
• Quality Assurance: Firm commitment to uphold high-quality standards in vetting processes and documentation, strictly adhering to the PSPF.”    

Our roles can be adjusted to work flexibly with the potential of reduced hours to balance your time between the home and office. Please speak with us about potential options.   

What we can offer you   

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment   
• Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility   
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/en_au/careers/diversity-equity- inclusiveness   
• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness,  
   financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral  

paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits   

experience.   

Acknowledgement of Country   

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are  located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past,  present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at  
www.ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous   

Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.   

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all  differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of  belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every  day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you   need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand  sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your   
 application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650  7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.   

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.   

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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. 

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