Director-General of Security Mike Burgess addressed the National Press Club today, discussing the benefits & the security challenges of emerging technologies. You can read the full speech here:
asio.gov.au/director-gener…

70 years ago Soviet spies Vladimir & Evdokia Petrov sought political asylum in Australia. Learn more about #ASIO Operation CABIN-12, which secured their defection & protection for the rest of their lives: asio.gov.au/petrov-defecti…

Looking for a career that makes a difference? #ASIO is seeking an experienced senior leader at Deputy Director-General (SES3) level to implement a personnel security vetting capability, providing assurance for Top Secret clearances. #JoinTheMission at asio.gov.au/careers

Thanks to Rob Joyce for his exceptional leadership of NSA Cyber over the last few years! I’m honored to take on this role as the new Director of Cybersecurity at NSA. Cyber is a team sport – I’m looking forward to working with partners across the community. - DPL

Ready to start an exceptional career that makes a difference? #ASIO is hiring for roles across the organisation, from intelligence professionals & technology specialists, to recruitment & finance officers. Learn more at asio.gov.au/careers.

Today is the 70th anniversary of Vladimir Petrov’s defection, a defining event in #ASIO ’s history.

📷 Vladimir Petrov defecting at Sydney Airport, 3 April 1954.

It’s never too early to consider a career at #ASIO . Our National Security & Strategic Policy #Graduate Program is open for applications. Work in areas across the organisation & learn how each team contributes to ASIO’s mission. Find out more and apply at asio.gov.au/careers.

It’s never too early to consider a career at #ASIO . We are hiring for our 2025 & 2026 Technologist Graduate Programs. If you are completing studies in #STEM , come in & start a career that makes a difference. Learn more at asio.gov.au/careers.

You don’t need special qualifications to apply for the #Intelligence Development Program – just natural curiosity, good judgement & critical thinking. You’ll learn skills & #tradecraft that will set you up for an exceptional career at #ASIO . Learn more at asio.gov.au/careers.

Finishing your #HR studies & looking for a career that makes a difference? #ASIO ’s Human Resources Graduate Program will showcase the breadth of ASIO’s HR work & set you on a path for a career with purpose. Apply now at asio.gov.au/careers.

Are you studying #finance , #commerce or #accounting & looking for a career that makes a difference? #ASIO ’s Finance Graduate Program will set you up for a career in finance across the breadth of ASIO’s work. Learn more & apply at asio.gov.au/careers.

Completing your legal studies? In this #WhyISpy , hear from a real officer about her experience in #ASIO ’s Graduate Lawyer Program. Applications are now open for our 2025 program. Find out more at asio.gov.au/careers.

Today is #ASIO ’s 75th birthday. For 75 years we have protected Australia & Australians from threats to their security. We thank our staff past & present for their dedication to keeping Australia safe.
📷 The Petrov defection, 1954

You don’t need an intelligence background to work at #ASIO . We’re looking for a diversity of skills & experience for roles across the organisation. If you want a career that makes a difference, find your fit & join the mission: asio.gov.au/careers.

In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth , we want to recognize the 'Mother of WiFi' Hedy Lamarr

Not only known for her acting career, Lamarr patented an invention for 'frequency hopping' to Allied Forces in WWII. This would later form the basis for today's WiFi, GPS, and Bluetooth

Read the full speech here: asio.gov.au/director-gener…

Mike Burgess, Director-General of Security of ASIO, highlights how foreign intelligence services target Australians online, posing as consultants, head-hunters, local government officials, academics and think tank researchers. Explore his speech at: asio.gov.au/director-gener…

Thank you Shingo