Our mission is to provide best-in-class frameworks, people, vetting and professional services to optimise, assure, and futureproof Australia's workforce.
As aVetting Capability Manager (Personnel Vetting), you will play a critical role in ensuring personnel security cases are assessed with accuracy, consistency, and adherence to the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
Leading a team of Quality Assurance professionals, you will drive a quality-first culture, provide technical leadership, and champion continuous improvement across vetting operations.
Working alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the sector, you will influence quality standards, mentor team members, and help shape the future of personnel security vetting in Australia.
Are you?
An experienced personnel vetting, investigations, intelligence, or quality assurance professional with demonstrated leadership experience
Passionate about coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams
Inspired and driven to build capability, achieve best practice and raise industry standards
Committed to safeguarding Australia's national security
A leader who promotes quality, integrity, accountability, and sound judgement
Analytical and proactive, with the ability to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
An exceptional communicator who can engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
Comfortable balancing operational priorities, team leadership, and strategic quality outcomes
Our culture, our ways of working and our people, quality and capability frameworks will inspire you and require you to put forward your best and constantly evolve your thinking and your skills.
You will be well compensated, supported and constantly encouraged.
Key Responsibilities




Lead and develop a high-performing Quality Assurance and Capability team.
Own personnel vetting quality standards, assurance frameworks, and capability development initiatives.
Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex personnel security cases up to the PV level.
Drive continuous improvement through quality reviews, trend analysis, training initiatives, and process optimisation.
Monitor quality and capability performance, providing reporting, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders.
Foster a quality-first culture built on integrity, accountability, continuous learning, and excellence.
Contribute to the ongoing evolution of personnel vetting practices, frameworks, and professional standards.
We offer
Permanent employment– Long-term stability, professional growth, and team connection
Fresh thinking– We don't do "business as usual" – we innovate and continuously improve
Competitive salary– Transparent, attractive remuneration packages
Modern workflows– Digital tools and automation to reduce admin and increase impact
Professional growth– Transparent pathways to advance your skills and career
Flexible work arrangements– Work arrangements that suit your lifestyle
Supportive culture– Kind, competent, optimistic problem-solvers who care about the mission - and each other
Opportunities to contribute– Play a meaningful role in shaping the future of vetting in Australia
Please note that due to the requirements of the role, you must be an Australian Citizen to be eligible.
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📌 Vetting Capability Manager (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales