Manager - EY Defence Vetting - Risk Consulting

Manager - EY Defence Vetting - Risk Consulting

The opportunity

As a Manager in the External Security Vetting team, you'll lead a team of Vetting Analysts, handling complex 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

Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly and/or with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

This role is based in Naarm – Melbourne / Boorloo – Perth / Canberra - Ngambri / Meanjin – Brisbane / Tarndanya / Warrang – Sydney. 

Your key responsibilities

• 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  

Skills and attributes for success

This role requires you to have:

• Attention to Detail: The meticulous scrutiny of extensive data and identification of potential security risks.

• Leadership: Experience in leading a team with the drive to mentor and lead a team of enthusiastic security analysts.  
• Extensive vetting experience (essential) in Government or similar high-security environments including conducting face to face interviews as required by the clearance type.  
  
  

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.  

• Quality Assurance: Firm commitment to uphold high-quality standards in vetting processes and documentation, strictly adhering to the PSPF. 

• A minimum Negative Vetting Level 1, with the opportunity to upgrade to Negative Vetting 2 as required  
• Certificate IV in Government (Personnel Security Vetting)  

What we offer you   

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits    

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and 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 ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. 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.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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