Senior Protective Security Officer

Make an impact in security and governance. Join DHA as a Senior Protective Security Officer and grow your career.Position: Senior Protective Security Officer
Level: DHA6
Salary Range: $104,793 to $120,411 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Location: Head Office - Canberra (Gungahlin) About usDHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for, and housing related services to, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing, and housing related services, to ADF members and their families to support Defence’s operational needs. DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17,200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16,000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility, providing posting support, and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60,000 ADF members. To find out more about DHA, please refer to our website or read our latest Annual Report.About your teamJoin a team that helps shape the integrity and performance of DHA. The Governance Group plays a critical role in ensuring DHA meets its legislative obligations and maintains strong governance practices across the organisation. Working in a fast-paced and evolving environment, the team leads a range of initiatives that strengthen organisational capability, accountability and performance. When you join the Governance Group, you will become part of an energetic, collaborative and highly professional team committed to fostering a culture of integrity, ethical decision-making and responsible conduct, while building strong relationships and delivering high-quality service to customers and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful organisational outcomes and help drive continuous improvement across DHA.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Protective Security Officer to play a key role in strengthening DHA's protective security capability. In this rewarding position, you will support personnel security, physical security and security governance activities, working closely with stakeholders across the organisation to provide trusted advice, drive security initiatives and enhance security maturity. This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional with a strong background in protective security to contribute to meaningful organisational outcomes while building their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment.Benefits for working at DHA include:15.4% superannuationGenerous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per yearWork-life balance and flexible working optionsA positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to workOpportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experienceCareer progression and opportunitiesA dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of needADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHA’s Employee Value Proposition, visit our website. How to apply Apply now with your current resume and a 500-word one page pitch, addressing the requirements of the role. We recommend you read the Australian Public Service Commission’s Cracking the Code guidance on how to write your response. Additionally, you should consider the expected behaviours described in the Australian Public Service Commission’s Integrated Leadership System at this role’s level.For further information on the position, please refer to the Candidate Information Pack through the online careers site. Applications close: 11:55pm AEST 06 September 2026Any questions? Please contact Cherelle Power - Director Governance Operations02 6268 3779 / cherelle.power@dha.gov.au Order of MeritA merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.Inclusion and Diversity DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature-aged employees and carers.RecruitAbility RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitabilityEligibility Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.