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Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)

Reveal their secrets. Protect our own. Keeping Australia secure.

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About ASD

We defend Australia from global threats and advance Australia’s national interests through the provision of foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations, as directed by Government.

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Who we are(Opens in a new tab/window)

ASD works across the full spectrum of operations required of contemporary signals intelligence and security agencies, supporting the Australian Government and…
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What we do(Opens in a new tab/window)

ASD collects and analyses electronic signals from communications systems, radio frequencies and electronic data transmissions to inform, protect and disrupt.
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Careers at ASD

At ASD, you will do meaningful work, while being supported to learn and challenge yourself in an innovative work environment.

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Roles and Careers (Opens in a new tab/window)

We employ a broad range of technical specialists, corporate professionals and intelligence analysts who work as a team to help keep Australia secure.
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Current vacancies(Opens in a new tab/window)

Use your skills and knowledge to make a difference at ASD. Whatever your background, you’ll do meaningful work and be supported to learn, develop and challenge…
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Entry-level programs

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Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to cultivating respect, equity, and positive recognition of intersectionality, so our people feel safe to bring their whole selves to work, without exception.

Solving the toughest problems in foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations requires teams of clever, curious people with diverse and complementary skills. ASD staff of different ages, backgrounds, genders, cultures, neurodiversities, physical abilities, religions and sexualities form ASD’s strength, resilience and creativity. ASD is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace, mirroring the communities we serve.

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Be the difference. Make the difference.

A career with the National Intelligence Community offers unlimited opportunities and unrivalled impact.
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