The Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) conducts personnel security clearances on behalf of most agencies. You will be asked to complete a security package containing a range of questions. The level of clearance will determine the number and complexity of the questions.
The information you provide is used as the basis for conducting a range of background checks and inquiries. The background checks will assist in identifying any vulnerable areas in your life or background history that may expose you to manipulation, blackmail or coercion.
The checks may include referee interviews, financial checks and searches of records held by Australian Government agencies including the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation and the Australian Federal Police. From these the AGSVA will make an assessment of your suitability to access security classified material.
You will also be required to provide supporting documentation as part of the security clearance process.