Ae2 Information Management (Traineeship) (Canberra)

The Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) protects Australia and Australians from threats to their security. In a complex, challenging and changing security environment, our success is built on the imagination and intelligence of our team. ASIO's people are ordinary Australians but they do extraordinary things - they are our most important asset. To be successful in our mission, we need talented people who are highly capable, dedicated, adaptable and resilient.

Are you seeking a career at an intelligence agency where you can contribute and make a difference to the security of Australia? Do you have an interest in a career in Information Management?

ASIO is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Information Management (IM) - Traineeship Program, commencing early 2026. As a trainee, you will be supported to complete formal tertiary qualifications in Information Management, as well as receive on‑job mentoring and professional development opportunities. The programme will showcase the breadth of work that ASIO undertakes and set you on a pathway for a career with purpose.

Trainees commence at the ASIO Employee Level 2 (APS2 equivalent), progress to an ASIO Employee Level3 (APS3 equivalent) after the first 12months having completed the required programme competencies, and are promoted to ASIO Employee Level4 (APS4 equivalent) on successful completion of the programme.

During the 2‑year programme, you will:

• Move through various technical teams within the Information Management directorate to build your networks and learn new skills.
• Receive on‑job training regarding information management policies, practices and systems.
• Be supported throughout the programme by a dedicated mentor and have access to a range of organisational support mechanisms.

Additionally, you will learn how to:

• Manage the full lifecycle of information.
• Communicate and plan in a work environment.
• Use numerous ASIO information systems.

• Assist with the facilitation and management of ASIO's incoming electronic correspondence and document distribution.
• Assist with the facilitation and management of ASIO's incoming and outgoing physical correspondence and courier services.
• Use tools and technologies to create, organise, store, retrieve, share, preserve or destroy information and data in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Assist with the management of user access and classify information appropriately.
• Assist others to follow appropriate information and data management behaviours.
• Follow information and data management procedures to meet legislative requirements.

• An interest in starting a career as an Information Management professional.
• A willingness to learn and assist others.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude towards work.
• Works collaboratively to contribute to team goals.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Significant training and development opportunities.
• A competitive salary, including a 7.5% allowance for maintaining a TOP SECRET‑Privileged Access security clearance.
• Employer superannuation contributions of 15.4%.
• A variety of leave options, in addition to the standard 4 weeks annual leave to ensure your work‑life balance.
• Versatile working arrangements to assist you to maintain your work‑life balance.
• Due to our unique working environment, work from home options are generally not available.
• During the traineeship, part‑time working arrangements may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis and may require extension of the programme in order to be accommodated.
• Study assistance, including financial support and study leave for tertiary education.
• Access to 7 staff‑led diversity and inclusion networks.
• Tailored mentoring opportunities.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• An Australian citizen.
• Assessed as suitable to hold and maintain a TOP SECRET‑Privileged Access security clearance.

Please let us know if you require any additional assistance or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process in order to fully participate in the recruitment process or the workplace.