Team Leader - Security, Training, Triage

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07 ($118,673.00 - $127,101.00) AFP employees will receive a 4% increase to their base salary effective from 9 December 2025

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15518

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

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 recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• 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 11 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 arrangement that provides 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?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Team Leader, Security Training and Triage in Security Command.

Security Command is responsible for ensuring the security of the AFP’s people, information, assets and operational delivery. This is achieved through the development of a strong enterprise-wide security culture and building capabilities to ensure security risks are appropriately identified and mitigated.  

The role requires a person with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and support team performance in a high-pressure environment.

The Security Training and Triage Team Leader are responsible for leading a team of security professionals who deliver a range of security functions including:

• Development, implementation and maintenance of security training programs
• Managing the Security Incident Report (SIR) triage process to prioritise tasks and resources effectively
• Development and maintenance of governance for Security Command
• Analyse security reporting and monitor the security environment to ensue contemporary security training and communications
• Ensuring timely and relevant security communications
• Provide secretariat function for the AFP Security Committee.

What will you do?

This role leads the Security Training and Triage team.  It is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the team and delivering operational and organisational outcomes. The successful candidate will demonstrate their ability to deliver in a cooperative and collaborative environment, one that is responsive and flexible in meeting the objectives of the AFP.  The Team Leader:

• Requires strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
• Develops plans and ensures all resources are effectively directed and achieving business area outputs
• Oversees the development and implementation of training material, designing and delivering comprehensive training programs
• Oversees the Security Incident triage process by evaluating and prioritising incoming/emerging issues, tasks or incidents based on urgency and complexity
• Supports team members by building capability, mentoring and developing team members
• Assumes accountability for resources, supporting and implementing change management and improvement strategies
• Maintains currency in training concepts and methods through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
• Engages directly with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, developing and maintain strong and effective relationships
• Effectively manages staff performance
• Models the AFP core values and maintains the highest level of professional standards.

Essential Requirements

You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.

• A Negative Vetting 2 (TOP SECRET) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Relevant qualifications or experience in training or Security would be highly desirable.
• A proven ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
• A proven ability to lead and manage a team while delivering tasks with limited guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and achieve training outcomes in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in production of written security products, assessments and risk assessments.

Additional Information

• This role is an AFP Band 7 role
• This opportunity is based in the ACT (Canberra) and the successful applicant will be required to complete role in the ACT

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum one page). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer:  Sean Giddings

Contact Officer Phone:  0429595179 

Contact Officer Email:  sean.giddings@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEDT) 26/11/2025

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