Job Description

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - QLD

AFP BAND & SALARY -Band 05 ($103,256.00 - $111,861.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15922

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 14 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

The Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) was established in 2018 by the Australian Government to drive a collaborative national response to counter the online exploitation of children. The AFP leads the ACCCE, which brings together capabilities from across the Commonwealth, law enforcement, non-government organisations, and other partners to build capability and drive a collaborative national response to counter the exploitation of children in Australia.

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the position of Capability Delivery Advisor. The Technical Capability unit (TCU) integrates new and improved technologies to enhance the ACCCE's National capabilities and worldwide efforts in fighting online child sexual exploitation. This includes management of the ACCCE network and dedicated child protection systems in partnership with Chief Information Officer (CIO) Command.

As a Team Member in the AFP you will be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

What will you do?

Capability Delivery Advisor responsibilities will include:

• Provide advice and support to resolve incidents in ACCCE systems and services.
• Support ACCCE software and hardware provided to State and Territory Police partners and ACCCE members.
• Data import activities for the receipt, distribution, analysis, ingestion and dissemination of child abuse material (CAM) on behalf of ACCCE Operational teams and in support of investigations.
• Work with CIO Command teams for the resolution of ICT incidents, planned work and updates to the

ACCCE Network.

• Support project activities to migrate ACCCE systems to Microsoft Azure cloud.
• Support ACCCE Research and Development team to implement and troubleshoot new technology and tools for Child Protection Operations.
• Assist in developing training packages, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and technical guides.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain.
• Ability to complete psychological clearance (Requirement for the role).
• Demonstrated experience in System Administrator roles using Windows Operating and Server systems.
• Proficiency in using, navigating or working with Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency in creating and administering Virtual Machines.
• Adept in presenting clear and concise technical information to a range of business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot any basic technical issues with little to no assistance.

Desirable Requirements

The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:

• Qualification or Certifications in Information Technology, Computer Science or related.
• Experience in file hashing, hash formats and using forensic tools and systems.
• Experience using Microsoft Azure platform and Microsoft Entra ID to manage user accounts and end user devices.
• Experience in administering, using and supporting the Citrix File Sharing Platform.
• Experience in working with SQL and other databases formats.

Additional Information

• This role is an AFP Band 5 level

• The successful candidate must be willing to relocate and work from the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation in Brisbane at own expense

• This role attracts a composite allowance in recognition of expanded working hours, normal patterns of attendance and shift patterns (such as afternoon shifts, weekends and Designated Public Holidays) that are required under the Operations working pattern. In accordance with the AFP Enterprise Agreement, an employee who is required to work in accordance with the Operations working pattern will receive a Core Composite of 22% in addition to their base salary, which will count as salary for superannuation. The Commissioner has the authority to remove a composite from a role.

Selection Criteria

• Organising your work, making sound decisions and achieving outcomes
• Communicating and working effectively with other people
• Applying technical knowledge, expertise and skills

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role.

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Advice for Applicants

The TCU is a high-risk team as per the Handbook: Managing the Psychological Impact to Exposure to Explicit Material. Members are required to view a high volume of child exploitation material. Prior to commencing in the area, and throughout their tenure, applicants will be required to undertake and satisfy specific psychological testing.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Recruitment Process

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We're all individuals and we love that. At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Preeji Paulose

Contact Officer Phone: 0251263452 ​

Contact Officer Email: preeji.paulose@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 08/06/2026

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www.afp.gov.au