Independent National Security Legislation Monitor

The position of INSLM is established under the Independent National Security Legislation Monitor Act 2010 (the Act). The INSLM is responsible for independently reviewing the operation, effectiveness and implications of Australia’s national security and counter‑terrorism laws. The INSLM is required to consider whether the laws contain appropriate protections for individual rights, remain proportionate to terrorism or national security threats, and remain necessary. 

The INSLM may conduct reviews on their own initiative, as required by the provisions of the Act itself, or upon referral by the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, the Attorney‑General or Prime Minister. Information about recent review undertaken by the INSLM can be found at https://www.inslm.gov.au/previous-reviews. 

The INSLM produces reports on completed reviews. The INSLM’s declassified reports must be tabled in Parliament.

More information about the statutory functions of the INSLM can be found in the Act and on the INSLM website.

To be eligible for appointment as INSLM, applicants must have, or be able to hold, and maintain a Positive Vetting or Top Secret-Privileged Access security clearance. To be eligible for an Australian Government security clearance, you must be an Australian citizen and have a checkable background. The process for achieving this level of clearance involves a whole of life background check.

Applicants will initially be assessed by a panel on their written application. Shortlisted applicants will be further assessed by the panel at interview, and referees contacted.

The successful applicant will be appointed as INSLM for a period of up to 3 years. Reappointment (once only) is provided for in the Act.

Applicants should note in their expression of interest their preference for a full-time or part‑time appointment. A full-time appointee would be expected to be based in Canberra. There may be some flexibility in the location of a part-time INSLM, noting that regular travel to the Canberra office would be required due to the nature of the work and managerial responsibilities.

Remuneration and allowances for the position are set by the Remuneration Tribunal. Remuneration Determinations for Part-time and Full-time office holders can be viewed on the Remuneration Tribunal website.

Applicants who currently receive a Commonwealth or State or Territory parliamentary pension or superannuation, or other related payments, should seek appropriate advice about remuneration

Apply using the online application form. Applications must include:

• an indication of whether you meet the eligibility criteria for this statutory appointment
• a completed statement of claims (2000-word limit) against the eligibility and selection criteria
• an uploaded curriculum vitae no longer than 4 pages outlining qualifications, knowledge and experience
• the names and contact details of at least 2 referees who have direct and relevant experience of your work. You will be notified prior to referees being contacted.

Please let us know the adjustments you need to help you participate in this recruitment process.