ASD 2027 Graduate Program

The Opportunity

Be part of something bigger from day one and be supported to learn, develop and challenge yourself at ASD.

As an ASD Graduate, you will receive unique training and be mentored by leading experts in their field. You will be encouraged to explore new opportunities while working in multidisciplinary teams to defend Australia from global threats and advance Australia’s national interests through the provision of foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations.

ASD’s 12-month graduate program offers three streams that provide a career pathway to match your area of interest. No matter your undergraduate discipline, from Accounting to Law, and Science to the Humanities, you can make a meaningful contribution to ASD and choose the path that inspires you:

1. Analyst – apply analytical techniques to solve complex problems and inform critical decisions in support of Australia’s national interest.
2. Cyber – protect Australia from cyber threats and disrupt cyber-enabled crime.
3. Technologist – innovate, develop, and maintain cutting-edge technical capabilities that underpin Australia’s national security.

During the program, you will complete three rotations in different areas across the agency, allowing you to develop your skills and discover areas of interest whilst working in a unique and dynamic working environment.

The majority of positions for the ASD 2027 Graduate Program are expected to be located in Canberra. While location preferences may be collected, placement outside Canberra will be limited and subject to operational requirements.

Successful candidates commence the Graduate Program on a salary of $83,489 including 4% service allowance, plus 15.4% superannuation.

On successful completion of the program, you will advance to a higher salary and progress to an ongoing ASD4 role relevant to your degree and interests. ASD has offices in Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth and you may be offered a position interstate, however a majority of roles will be located in Canberra.

Further information can be found at: I’m starting my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au)

ASD is seeking applicants to fill current and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future vacancies. In line with the Australian Public Service Commissioner’s Direction 2022, upon completion of the recruitment activity, the merit pool will be available to locations across Australia.

Our Ideal Candidate

ASD is seeking applications from highly talented graduates who have completed an Australian-recognised bachelor’s degree within 5 years prior to commencing the program, or are completing their final year of tertiary study.

We are interested in graduates from all degree backgrounds – from Accounting to Computer Science, Mathematics or Law – your degree can make a difference at ASD.

Our ideal Graduate brings enthusiasm, initiative, and fresh thinking. We are looking for people who:

1. Are curious and eager to learn in a secure, agile environment.
2. Have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with diverse teams.
3. Build and maintain positive and productive working relationships.
4. Approach problems in innovative and unique ways.
5. Are energised by challenges and motivated to make an impact.

Application Closing Date: Monday 06 April 2026

For further information, please review the Information Pack, reference ASD/00945/26 on www.asd.gov.au/careers.