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Evidence Guide: PSPSEC403A - Develop and advise on government security procedures

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Tips for gathering evidence to demonstrate your skills

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PSPSEC403A - Develop and advise on government security procedures

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Interpret security policy and legislation

  1. Legislation impacting on security policy and procedures is identified and analysed.
  2. The organisation's security policy is analysed in relation to risk identification, security management and security incidents.
  3. Policy intent is confirmed and existing procedures impacted by the policy are identified and reviewed for consistency with the policy.
Legislation impacting on security policy and procedures is identified and analysed.

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The organisation's security policy is analysed in relation to risk identification, security management and security incidents.

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Policy intent is confirmed and existing procedures impacted by the policy are identified and reviewed for consistency with the policy.

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Analyse security-related data

  1. Data is collected in a timely fashion in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
  2. Data is analysed and its integrity confirmed.
  3. Outcomes and trends are identified that need to be addressed through security procedures.
  4. Any changes in organisational circumstances are determined and related security procedures are identified.
Data is collected in a timely fashion in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

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Data is analysed and its integrity confirmed.

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Outcomes and trends are identified that need to be addressed through security procedures.

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Any changes in organisational circumstances are determined and related security procedures are identified.

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Develop procedures

  1. Intended audience/s for procedures are identified and structure, language style and format are determined in accordance with organisational requirements.
  2. Security procedures are developed to reflect changes in circumstances.
  3. Procedures are developed in consultation with security plan developer/s, end users and organisational approval personnel.
  4. Procedures are structured to take account of workplace diversity and meet organisational requirements.
  5. Procedures are submitted and approved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
Intended audience/s for procedures are identified and structure, language style and format are determined in accordance with organisational requirements.

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Security procedures are developed to reflect changes in circumstances.

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Procedures are developed in consultation with security plan developer/s, end users and organisational approval personnel.

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Procedures are structured to take account of workplace diversity and meet organisational requirements.

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Procedures are submitted and approved in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.

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Provide advice on government security matters

  1. Information and advice on security procedures and related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines are provided in accordance with organisational procedures.
  2. Current organisational policies and directions are reflected in advice provided.
  3. Intended use and consequences of advice are considered, and advice is communicated in a manner that addresses the requirements of stakeholders.
  4. Any documentation provided is checked to ensure it supports the information and advice given.
Information and advice on security procedures and related legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines are provided in accordance with organisational procedures.

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Current organisational policies and directions are reflected in advice provided.

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Intended use and consequences of advice are considered, and advice is communicated in a manner that addresses the requirements of stakeholders.

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Any documentation provided is checked to ensure it supports the information and advice given.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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

Required Skills and Knowledge

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

Range Statement

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

email

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