Under Tasmania’s Protective Security Policy Framework (TAS-PSPF), people who hold a position that requires ongoing access to security-classified resources must obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level. A person may also be required to obtain and hold a security clearance if they occupy a position requiring additional assurance about the integrity of the position’s occupant.
The Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) is the central vetting agency for the Australian Government and conducts security clearance assessments for federal, state and territory agencies.
Australian federal, state and territory government agencies are authorised to sponsor an AGSVA security clearance.
Individuals are not eligible to sponsor a security clearance.
There are 4 levels of security clearance:
- Baseline
Classified resources up to and including PROTECTED
- Negative Vetting 1 (NVI)
Classified resources up to and including SECRET
- Negative Vetting 2 (NV2)
Classified resources up to and including TOP SECRET
- Positive Vetting (PV)
Classified resources up to and including TOP SECRET, including some caveated information
More information
Tasmanian Government employees seeking a security clearance, or seeking sponsorship of a clearance should direct enquiries to:
For general information relating to security clearances, including fees and the vetting assessment process, please see the AGSVA website.
