Senior Intelligence Analyst at myCareer - NSW Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

113574.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intelligence analysis, Tactical intelligence, Operational intelligence, Regulatory compliance, Investigative techniques, Entity profiling, Association analysis, Structured analytical techniques, Risk assessment, Information management, Stakeholder management, Written communication, Verbal communication, Mentoring, Data analysis

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Senior Intelligence Analyst Intelligence Unit – Data, Intelligence & Analytics Directorate Building Commission NSW Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8 Employment type: Full-time ongoing Location: Parramatta (Hybrid working arrangements available) Help protect NSW homeowners through intelligence‑led regulation We are recruiting an experienced Senior Intelligence Analyst to join the Intelligence Unit at Building Commission NSW. This is a hands‑on operational intelligence role, suited to intelligence professionals with experience in regulatory, compliance, investigative or law‑enforcement environments who want their work to directly influence frontline operations, enforcement activity and public safety outcomes. If your background is in tactical and operational intelligence, producing intelligence that drives real‑world decisions, this role offers meaningful impact, complexity and purpose. Why join Building Commission NSW? Building Commission NSW is responsible for lifting standards across the residential construction sector through stronger regulation, smarter targeting and intelligence‑led compliance. In this role, you’ll benefit from: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements A specialist intelligence function embedded in a frontline regulator Exposure to complex, high‑risk regulatory and compliance matters Strong collaboration with investigators, compliance teams and external partners The opportunity to see your intelligence directly inform operational outcomes About the Intelligence Unit The Intelligence Unit is a specialist function that supports operational decision making, compliance activity and enforcement action through timely, high-quality intelligence. Our analysts work closely with operational teams and external partners to: Identify highrisk entities and behaviours Inform licensing, audit and investigation priorities Support coordinated compliance operations and regulatory interventions Provide intelligence for states significant initiatives and joint agency activity The focus is intelligence tradecraft, judgement and operational relevance. Your impact As a Senior Intelligence Analyst, you will: Produce tactical and operational intelligence assessments that directly inform regulatory and enforcement decisionmaking Develop intelligence products to support licensing assessments, target selection, audits, investigations and compliance operations Conduct entity profiling, association analysis and intelligence assessments using structured analytical techniques Contribute intelligence to multiagency and states significant initiatives, including operational support to partner agencies Translate complex intelligence into clear, decision ready products for operational leaders Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulatory and law enforcement partners Support capability uplift within the intelligence function through collaboration and mentoring What you bring We are looking for an experienced intelligence professional who brings: Demonstrated experience working in an intelligence environment, preferably within regulatory, compliance, investigative or lawenforcement contexts Strong capability in tactical and operational intelligence analysis, including the application of structured analytical techniques Experience producing intelligence products that inform realworld operational decisions Sound understanding of intelligence handling, information management and evidentiary considerations The ability to work with ambiguity, prioritise competing demands and deliver under operational timeframes Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to brief a range of audiences Experience with data and analytical tools is valuable, however, the emphasis is on intelligence judgement, tradecraft and operational relevance, not model building or dashboard development Essential requirements Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent professional experience in intelligence, law enforcement, regulation, investigations, criminology or a related field Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline National Security Clearance National Police Check Willingness to undergo probity screening in line with relevant legislation and policies How to apply Submit: Your resume (maximum 5 pages), and A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role, with particular emphasis on your operational intelligence experience and the types of intelligence products you have delivered For role related queries please contact: Chris Hodges – Manager Intelligence - 📧Christopher.hodges@customerservice.nsw.gov.au For recruitment related queries please reach out to Afrah, via afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au A talent pool may be created for future temporary or ongoing vacancies with similar requirements. Salary Grade 0708, with the base salary for this role starting at 113,574 base plus superannuation Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Afrah Ahmed Saied via Afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au. Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description. Closing Date: Monday 04th May 2026 (0959am) Careers at Department of Customer Service A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state. Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives. You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here. We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact Afrah.ahmedsaied@customerservice.nsw.gov.au or 02 9494 8351. For more information, please visit Information on some of the different types of disabilities Information on adjustments available for the recruitment process

Responsibilities

The Senior Intelligence Analyst will produce tactical and operational intelligence assessments to inform regulatory and enforcement decision-making. They will also conduct entity profiling and association analysis to support audits, investigations, and multi-agency initiatives.