ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Protect assets from security threats

1.1 Assets are stored and accessed in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines

1.2 Assets are regularly checked to ensure security

1.3 Suspicious activity is investigated and dealt with in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

1.4 Expert advice is obtained as required in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2. Implement access restrictions

2.1 Access is restricted to authorised personnel

2.2 Potential threats are identified

2.3 Breaches are identified and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.4 Action is taken to deal with a breach in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines

3. Advise third parties of security requirements

3.1 The needs, expectations, attitudes, and current level of knowledge of third parties are confirmed

3.2 Risks related to possible confrontations are identified and managed in accordance with organisational risk management and procedures

3.3 Third parties are advised of the organisation's security requirements

3.4 Advice is provided that is current, timely and meets the specific needs of the parties in its range, depth and form of presentation

3.5 Feedback is obtained on the party's level of understanding, and additional information or explanation is used to clarify requirements if needed

4. Minimise security risk

4.1 Changes in circumstance are identified and reported to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

4.2 Documentation is completed in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines

4.3 Actions are taken to reduce the likelihood of breaches reoccurring in accordance with the organisation's security plan

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in:

applying legislation, regulations and policies relating to government security management

applying analysis and problem solving

tailoring communication to the needs of a diverse range of people inside and outside the organisation

completing documentation and writing reports requiring attention to detail, and formality of language and structure

responding to diversity, including gender and disability

applying procedures relating to occupational health and safety and environment in the context of government security management

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:

legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to government security management

standards for management of classified information and assets

available sources of expert advice

international protocols and treaties impacting on government security management

equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment in the context of government security management

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.

Units to be assessed together

Pre-requisite unitsthat must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil

Co-requisite unitsthat must be assessed with this unit:Nil

Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:

PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service

PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation

PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information

PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector

PSPSEC302A Respond to government security incidents

PSPSEC303A Conduct security awareness sessions

PSPSEC304A Undertake information technology security audits

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)

securing government assets in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include:

legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to security of government assets

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when securing government assets

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires:

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when securing government assets, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine

securing government assets in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:

case studies

portfolios

projects

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses such as a risk management plan specific to assets

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.

Assets may include

information

documents

people

property

networks

systems

intellectual property

in Australia

overseas

Assets may be

owned

on lease

hired

owned by others

Expert advice may include

agency security adviser/s

specialist agencies such as:

Australian Security Intelligence Organisation

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Australian Public Service Commission

Defence Signals Directorate

Australian Federal Police

Attorney-General's Department

Australian National Audit Office

office of Privacy Commissioner

Access may be restricted to information that is

national security classified

non-national security classified

classified by third parties

Third parties may include

other staff

contractors

members of the public

visitors to the organisation

Actions may include

advice to responsible officers

disciplinary

formal counselling

prosecution

referral to third parties

strengthening of security

training

Government Security Management

This unit contains employability skills.