Data Scientist

Job Req ID

Home Affairs - 137185

 

Location

ACT; NSW 

 

 Employment Type

Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time 

 

Classification

APS Level 6 - $94,563.00 and $107,713.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

 

Contact Officer

Mark McKenzie on 02 5127 8053 or mark.mckenzie@homeaffairs.gov.au  

 

Office Arrangements

Onsite  - Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with our Enterprise Agreement and the operational requirements of the role.
 

Applications close on 20/05/2025 at 11:59pm AEDT (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

 

About our opportunity

 

This process is being used to fill 1 immediate position/s. 

Applicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months anywhere in ACT; NSW; NT; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA.
 

About our team

 

Cyber & Infrastructure Security | Cyber & Infra Security Centre | Critical Infrastructure Regulatory Operations and Analysis | Critical Infrastructure Program for Modelling and Analysis (CIPMA)

 

Within the Department of Home Affairs, the Cyber and Infrastructure Security Centre (CISC) drives an all-hazards critical infrastructure regime in partnership with governments, industry and the broader community. We actively assist Australian critical infrastructure owners and operators to understand the risk environment and meet their regulatory requirements for the shared benefit of all Australians.

 

The Critical Infrastructure Program for Modelling and Analysis (CIPMA) Section is responsible for: providing specialist technical analysis and evidence-based reporting on critical infrastructure interdependencies; designing and developing the analytical frameworks and in-house tool suite, providing technical analysis of ownership and operational information of Critical Assets under the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018.

 

Our multidisciplinary team work on challenging "big picture real-world" problems of national significance. A well-functioning society and economy depends on the reliable and efficient delivery of services and products to its people, and CIPMA's consequence analysis using appropriate modelling techniques supports government objectives.

 

Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

 

Our ideal candidate

 

• Is curious about new subjects outside of one's training and expertise, open-minded, sceptical, and able to discern fact from opinion
• Comfortable with abstract and analytical thinking, especially quantitative reasoning (usually found in the physical sciences and engineering)
• Confident to prepare, manage and carry out the technical analysis of critical infrastructure assets, owners, operators and essential services and their interactions. Able to communicate results to a non-technical audience, especially executive decision makers
• Security conscious, respecting the confidentiality of stakeholder data and information, and promote compliance with data ethics
• Operating with a sense of urgency when required, sometimes under deadline constraints and incomplete data managing complexity and uncertainty.

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

• Conduct problem identification and requirements gathering with the business area. Collect, interpret and manipulate data from various sources
• Develop, validate, deploy and monitor data science/ analytics solutions. Contribute to the development of data science capabilities for the Department
• Assist in leading a data science team and/or a data science/ analytical program of work. Perform likelihood and consequence analysis using appropriate modelling techniques. The output of which is to inform government and business decision making
• Experience with applying scientific applications (such as MATLAB or Python), geospatial software (such as ArcGIS), and visualisation or business intelligence software (such as Tableau), in concert with research and analysis. Coding experience is desirable but not essential.

 

Additional information

 

The Department of Home Affairs has offices located all over Australia, with vacancies currently in:

• Brindabella Park, Australian Capital Territory
• Parramatta, New South Wales

 

You must be able to physically attend an office listed above. If an opportunity arises for you to move to a role in another state, relocation costs will be at your own expense.

 

How to apply

 

Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 20/05/2025 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEDT  – Late applications will not be accepted.

 

As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document in relation to the advertised role, outlining:

• How your skills, knowledge, and experience will be relevant to this role
• Why you are interested in the role and what you can offer us
• Any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role

 

Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 137185 in the document footer.

 

Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

 

 

Eligibility

 

To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

 

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (AGSVA) security clearance, and:
 

• ABF Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).
• Home Affairs Workers will also be required to obtain and maintain an Onboarding Check.
   

In certain circumstances, an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) may be required in addition to, or in lieu of, an Onboarding Check, which will be determined by the delegate as necessary.  

 

Diversity and inclusion

 

The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

 

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

 

Technical assistance

 

For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

 

• Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
• Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

 

Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

 

Notes

 

The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position. The Australian Public Service (APS) Employee Value Proposition (EVP) highlights the top reasons our employees enjoy working in the APS.

 

The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

 

Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

 

Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.