Job title: intelligence analyst
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: negotiable
Job published: 23/10/2026

Job Description

Job Title: Intelligence Analyst

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) or Top Secret Privileged Access (TSPA)

Duration: Initial 12 months with 1 x 12-month extension

Industry: Government

Functional Expertise: Intelligence and Security

Sub-functional Expertise: Intelligence Research and Analysis

Location of work: Barton, ACT

Working arrangements: On-site, with regular face-to-face engagement required. 

Closing date: 9AM Wednesday on 11th November 2026

Description:

Our client is seeking an experienced Intelligence Analyst to deliver intelligence research and analysis services supporting policy development, operational planning and crisis management.

The successful candidate will provide timely, targeted intelligence information and advice to support informed decision-making and respond to emerging national security challenges.

This position involves regular engagement with senior executives, policy stakeholders and intelligence agencies to identify intelligence requirements and deliver relevant analytical support.

The role also contributes to maintaining information security, managing secure intelligence infrastructure and supporting compliance with whole-of-government security policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgement, strong analytical capabilities and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver intelligence information and services to support policy development, planning and operational functions.

  • Ensure access to intelligence information, systems and facilities complies with whole-of-government security policies and frameworks.

  • Conduct research and analysis on foreign policy and intelligence matters relevant to operational requirements.

  • Manage secure infrastructure and services supporting access to TOP SECRET facilities and communications systems.

  • Coordinate and facilitate collaboration across internal stakeholders on intelligence matters.

  • Engage with senior executives and facilitate their engagement with National Intelligence Community (NIC) agencies.

  • Improve intelligence literacy across the organisation by increasing awareness of available intelligence services and how to access them.

  • Provide intelligence support before and during crisis situations to assist operational response activities.

  • Maintain compliance with relevant security procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Prior experience in a fast-paced policy or intelligence role, where astute judgement and capacity to work independently has been required.

  • An active Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) or Top Secret Privileged Access (TSPA) clearance.

  • Experience working in or with the National Intelligence Community (NIC).

  • Ability to conduct intelligence research and analysis to support policy and operational decision-making.

  • Ability to engage effectively with senior executives, internal stakeholders and external intelligence agencies.

  • Demonstrated ability to operate effectively under pressure and respond to changing priorities.

Key Capabilities:

  • Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Intelligence research, analysis and information management.

  • Sound judgement, personal integrity and independent decision-making.

  • Adaptability, creativity and flexibility in responding to emerging requirements.

  • Ability to build and maintain productive professional relationships.

  • Commitment to organisational capability development and continuous improvement.

  • Personal resilience and the ability to deliver outcomes in fast-paced environments.

  • Understanding of information security requirements and secure intelligence environments.

Essential Criteria:

  • Strong customer service skillset.

  • Experience working in or with the National Intelligence Community (NIC).

  • Personal drive and integrity.

  • Creativity, agility and flexibility.

  • Ability to build and maintain productive internal and external relationships.

  • Capacity to build organisational capability and support continuous improvement.

  • Personal resilience and the ability to work at a fast pace under pressure.

Desirable Criteria:

  • Experience in the delivery of imagery analysis, or other specialised analytic tradecraft.

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential and desirable criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.