Dept of Defence - Defence Signals Directorate (DSD)

Altitude@DSD

Our Mission is to ‘Reveal Their Secrets - Protect Our Own’. Our mission tells a lot about what we do. Defence Signals Directorate (DSD) is part of the Department of Defence, provides whole of government services and sits within the Australian Intelligence Community.

DSD is the national agency responsible for the collection, analysis and distribution of foreign signals intelligence and the national authority on communications and computer security. DSD incorporates some of the most powerful leading edge technologies in a dynamic environment to support its objectives.
  • Combating International Crime, Weapons Proliferation & Terrorism.
  • Supporting Military Operations.
  • Protecting Australian Government Computer Networks.
 The work we perform is dynamic, unique, critical and incredibly rewarding.

Careers @ DSD

Altitude @ DSD is a rotation-based development and training program designed to kick off your career through development in such areas as:
  • Computer and Information Security
  • Cyber Operations
  • Software Design, Development and Support
  • Communications Systems Engineering
  • Analysis, Reporting and Linguistics
  • Cryptography
  • Compliance and Corporate Policy
  • Financial and Project Management
  • Human Resources, Training and Development.
Starting Salary and Benefits

$57,929 - Candidates commence at APS4 base salary. 

In addition to base salary, employees receive more than 15 per cent employer contribution to superannuation, great training and development opportunities, a family friendly and flexible working environment, and relocation benefits (if required).

Seeking...

Technologists - Analysts - Business Professionals The Altitude @ DSD program is seeking high achievers who want to work in an innovative, professional and friendly environment that makes a vital difference to Australia’s national security.

Degrees/disciplines
Arts, Business/Commerce, Computer Science, Humanities, International Studies, Languages, Law, Mathematics, Sciences, Software Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering

How to apply
Apply online at www.DSD.gov.au

Programs & deadlines
Applications open 27 Feb - 11 Apr 2010.

Citizenship/residency requirements
Australian Citizens ONLY

Additional eligibility requirements
Applicants must have at least 10-year checkable background and be willing to undergo a comprehensive security assessment to the highest level.

Position locations
ACT: DSD Headquarters is in Canberra

Further information
www.DSD.gov.au
PSS.DSDGradRecruitment@defence.gov.au

Work Programs Available

Graduate
Application Closing Date
11 April 2010

Contact Details

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