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PSPSEC002
Respond to government security incidents

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills required to access and advise on security incidents and plan an incident response within the limits of role and responsibility.

This unit applies to those working in a security role where they are expected to identify, manage, finalise and recommend actions if required.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would generally work independently and/or as part of a team, using support resources as required. They would perform routine tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Assess and advise on security incidents

1.1 Identify security incident and respond, according to seriousness of the incident.

1.2 Conduct preliminary assessment that considers the nature of the breach, level of risk and likely consequences.

1.3 Determine limitations of own expertise and refer to more specialised personnel as required.

1.4 Maintain records relating to the incident.

2. Plan incident response

2.1 Identify, collect and assess evidence to determine risk factor.

2.2 Recommend action appropriate to the level of seriousness of the incident.

2.3 Identify and document changes required in security policy as a result of the incident.

2.4 Advise relevant agencies of the incident.

2.5 Prepare a final report incorporating background to the incident, action taken, interview statements, outcomes, summary of findings and recommended actions.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.

applying legislation, regulations and policies relating to government security management

undertaking research, analysis, including trend analysis, and problem-solving

using communication techniques including interviewing, tailored to diverse stakeholder groups

planning, carrying out and guiding an investigation

recording evidence

writing reports and recommendations

maintaining expedited, complete and accurate records

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

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

organisation’s security plan

Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code 1985

powers inferred to investigate security incidents, including limitations

referral procedures and appropriate agencies

intelligence and analytical processes

conduct of administrative, security or criminal investigations

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 responding to security incidents.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Assess and advise on security incidents

1.1 Identify security incident and respond, according to seriousness of the incident.

1.2 Conduct preliminary assessment that considers the nature of the breach, level of risk and likely consequences.

1.3 Determine limitations of own expertise and refer to more specialised personnel as required.

1.4 Maintain records relating to the incident.

2. Plan incident response

2.1 Identify, collect and assess evidence to determine risk factor.

2.2 Recommend action appropriate to the level of seriousness of the incident.

2.3 Identify and document changes required in security policy as a result of the incident.

2.4 Advise relevant agencies of the incident.

2.5 Prepare a final report incorporating background to the incident, action taken, interview statements, outcomes, summary of findings and recommended actions.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.

applying legislation, regulations and policies relating to government security management

undertaking research, analysis, including trend analysis, and problem-solving

using communication techniques including interviewing, tailored to diverse stakeholder groups

planning, carrying out and guiding an investigation

recording evidence

writing reports and recommendations

maintaining expedited, complete and accurate records

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

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

organisation’s security plan

Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code 1985

powers inferred to investigate security incidents, including limitations

referral procedures and appropriate agencies

intelligence and analytical processes

conduct of administrative, security or criminal investigations

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 responding to security incidents.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify security incident and respond, according to seriousness of the incident. 
Conduct preliminary assessment that considers the nature of the breach, level of risk and likely consequences. 
Determine limitations of own expertise and refer to more specialised personnel as required. 
Maintain records relating to the incident. 
Identify, collect and assess evidence to determine risk factor. 
Recommend action appropriate to the level of seriousness of the incident. 
Identify and document changes required in security policy as a result of the incident. 
Advise relevant agencies of the incident. 
Prepare a final report incorporating background to the incident, action taken, interview statements, outcomes, summary of findings and recommended actions. 
Identify security incident and respond, according to seriousness of the incident. 
Conduct preliminary assessment that considers the nature of the breach, level of risk and likely consequences. 
Determine limitations of own expertise and refer to more specialised personnel as required. 
Maintain records relating to the incident. 
Identify, collect and assess evidence to determine risk factor. 
Recommend action appropriate to the level of seriousness of the incident. 
Identify and document changes required in security policy as a result of the incident. 
Advise relevant agencies of the incident. 
Prepare a final report incorporating background to the incident, action taken, interview statements, outcomes, summary of findings and recommended actions. 

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