Tracey Castle

• Continue to be informed and up to date with the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF).
• Analyse complex sensitive security clearance assessments at all security levels.
• Conduct, investigate and verify background history checks on Clearance Subjects.
• Collecting, collating, and analysing documents and supporting evidence to compile an accurate recommendation on a security clearance of any level.
• Conduct Security Clearance Interviews for Negative Vetting level 2 (NV2) assessments.
• Complete recommendation reports for security clearances at all levels from, Baseline to PV.
• Quality Assurance (QA) of other peoples work to establish and maintain a set requirement for security vetting analysis.
• Complete Aftercare reviews and security briefings.
• Managing the completion of allocated files to the Outsourced Service Provider (OSP) through progress reports, providing guidance, risk assessing the ability to conduct interviews overseas and communicating any changes in policies and procedures.
• Monitoring and managing changes of circumstances, assessing the contents and requesting additional information if required.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
• Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
• Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
• Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.

I started my vetting career with the Australian Federal Police (AFP). I successfully developed a clear understanding of the PSPF, and ensure I am up to date on Australian Government policies and legislations. I also developed skills to support AFP's key priorities in our national security of the Commonwealth of Australia. Keeping in line with the commissioners orders, I safeguarded classified and personal information and assets. In addition to the skills that I have brought to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, I also have extensive experience in the following.

• Conduct Security Clearance Interviews for Positive Vetting (PV) and Negative Vetting level 2 (NV2) assessments.
• Complete recommendation reports for security clearances at all levels from, Baseline to PV.
• Complete transfers of personnel security clearance files to other government agencies.
• Safeguard classified personal information and assets.
• · Requesting, monitoring, following up and reporting on all external checks including; Criminal History, Equifax, references, other government agencies.
• Liaise with other business areas.
• Mentoring Vetting Analysts.
• Performing Higher Duties and leading a team of 15 Vetting Analysts.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.
• Gathered, organised and input information into digital database.
• Evaluated customer needs and feedback.