- PSPSEC403A - Develop and advise on government security procedures
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PSPSEC403A
Develop and advise on government security procedures
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Not applicable.
This unit covers interpretation of organisational data in the light of the organisation's security policy to identify the need for changed procedures, the development of the procedures and provision of advice. It includes interpreting security policy and legislation, analysing security-related data, developing procedures, and providing advice on government security matters.
In practice, developing and advising on government security procedures may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as working ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, gathering and analysing information, exercising regulatory powers.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
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Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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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 units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil Co-requisite units that 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: PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information PSPGOV422A Apply government processes PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers |
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) development of and advice on government security procedures 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 the development of and advice on government security procedures case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when developing and advising on government security procedures |
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 developing and advising on government security procedures, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine development of and advice on government security procedures 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 procedures documentation |
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 |
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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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 undertaking research and analysis communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders working with others and in teams using computer technology writing security procedures to suit intended audiences 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 organisational policy, procedures and guidelines legislation relating to government operations, privacy, occupational health and safety Crimes Act 1914 and Criminal Code 1985 the organisation's security plan 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 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 bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. | |
Legislation may include: | Commonwealth and State/Territory Acts and regulations |
Data may include: | security records incident reports security risk management plans files Internet/intranet electronic records video images graphics notes diary entries telephone messages pager records fax records |
Procedures may be: | agency specific area specific relating to specific activities or practices |
Changes may be caused by: | restructure changes to legal risks changes in strategic direction changes to legislation and whole of government policies major shift in business or corporate goals or plans key projects |
Advice may be: | formal informal briefing awareness session preventative post incident written oral |
Stakeholders may be: | supervisors managers other areas within the organisation other organisations government third parties |
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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 |
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| Legislation impacting on security policy and procedures is identified and analysed. | |||
| The organisation's security policy is analysed in relation to risk identification, security management and security incidents. | |||
| Policy intent is confirmed and existing procedures impacted by the policy are identified and reviewed for consistency with the policy. | |||
| Data is collected in a timely fashion in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. | |||
| Data is analysed and its integrity confirmed. | |||
| Outcomes and trends are identified that need to be addressed through security procedures. | |||
| Any changes in organisational circumstances are determined and related security procedures are identified. | |||
| Intended audience/s for procedures are identified and structure, language style and format are determined in accordance with organisational requirements. | |||
| Security procedures are developed to reflect changes in circumstances. | |||
| Procedures are developed in consultation with security plan developer/s, end users and organisational approval personnel. | |||
| Procedures are structured to take account of workplace diversity and meet organisational requirements. | |||
| Procedures are submitted and approved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. | |||
| Information and advice on security procedures and related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines are provided in accordance with organisational procedures. | |||
| Current organisational policies and directions are reflected in advice provided. | |||
| Intended use and consequences of advice are considered, and advice is communicated in a manner that addresses the requirements of stakeholders. | |||
| Any documentation provided is checked to ensure it supports the information and advice given. |
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