Activate Graduate Program - Intelligence Analyst (Start ASAP)

About the Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS)

ASIS is Australia’s overseas secret intelligence collection agency. Its mission is to protect and promote Australia’s vital interests through the provision of intelligence services as directed by the Government. Its work can involve collecting intelligence relating to national security, international relations, and economic issues.

Your role

Offering a rare chance to work within the Australian Secret Intelligence Service, ACTIVATE gives graduates on-the-job experience and training in one of the most unique, dynamic, and fast-paced workplaces in Australia. Throughout the 12-month program, you'll learn how intelligence is gathered, reported, and actioned.  

The ASIS Intelligence Analyst Graduate Program could be the perfect fit for someone who enjoys creative thinking, tackling complex problems, and "joining the dots". New graduates begin by completing an in-house training course to build foundational skills and analysis concepts. They also gain insights into the National Intelligence Community and its collaborative efforts towards shared goals.

Following the course, graduates are placed in operational teams directly supporting intelligence operations. These teams may focus on specific regions or themes, and graduates are expected to become knowledgeable in their assigned area while honing their analytical abilities. Each day presents new challenges and opportunities for learning. Using their knowledge, skills, and all available data, graduates make well-considered, evidence-based decisions and recommend actions with real-world impact. They complete two rotations during the program, experiencing different teams across the Service.

Watch this short video about working in ASIS

Training & development 

You’ll complete a rotational program to help you learn about different parts of the Organisation that will give you a strong understanding of the business of intelligence. The types of rotations and training and development opportunities you complete will depend on which graduate stream you choose.

Salary & benefits

As an ASIS officer, you’ll have access to competitive remuneration packages that include allowances to compensate for the obligations of maintaining a security clearance and working in a secure environment. ASIS salaries also benefit from the following: 

1. Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4 per cent  
2. Relocation support for new staff, including financial assistance and leave entitlements  
3. Salary packaging opportunities

Work life balance

ASIS officers benefit from generous workplace terms and conditions of employment. Officers have access to flexible working arrangements and generous paid leave.

Culture & vibe

ASIS values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment. ASIS encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About you

Here's what ASIS is looking for in this role:

• People who have completed degrees in Arts, Law, Science or Technology and have an affinity for analysis, can apply theories and guidelines, synthesise large amounts of information and are comfortable using new technologies.
• Australian citizenship
• Completed an undergraduate and/or post-graduate university degree within 5 years of Graduate Program commencement
• The ability to demonstrate their core values, in particular, the highest levels of personal integrity and professionalism
• Enthusiasm, drive and sound judgement
• The ability to obtain and hold a high level of national security clearance

How to apply

To apply for this role, simply click the "Apply on employer site" button on this page to submit your application directly to the Australian Secret Intelligence Service (ASIS).

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• asis.gov.au/Life-at-ASIS/Benefits/
• asis.gov.au/Careers/Current-Vacancies/Graduate-Program/