WorkSec – Building a trusted workforce through Australian security clearances
WorkSec is helping to create the next generation of skilled, security-cleared workers for Australia’s critical industries. We streamline the Australian security clearance process for individuals and private companies operating across the Defence sector.
Our services
SECURING AUSTRALIA’S CRITICAL INDUSTRY CAPABILITY
WorkSec offers tailored security clearance services, including Australian security clearance sponsorship, personnel screening, and outsourced governance. Our solutions help you stay compliant and protected while meeting the demands of critical industries.
Risk-based screening & assessment in alignment with AS 4811:2022.
Baseline, NV1 & NV2 sponsorship for eligible & suitable individuals.
Outsourced personnel security governance for Defence & Government contractors.
Recruitment referrals to skilled, security-cleared Government & Defence-ready personnel.
KEY PARTNERS IN AUSTRALIAN SECURITY CLEARANCE
Why Choose WorkSec
SECURING AUSTRALIA’S FUTURE THROUGH COMPLIANCE AND CONFIDENCE
Experienced Security Team
Our team has conducted thousands of Employment Suitability Checks, Australian Government Security Clearance Sponsorships and Changes in Circumstances. Our expert Security Officers have the requisite knowledge and depth of experience to deliver high quality guidance and robust through-life governance to our diverse clientele.
Extended Support Hours
Providing advice at convenient times and expediting the Australian security clearance process, WorkSec operates according to our ‘no-gap-in-service’ model. By providing assistance 7 days a week and outside of business hours, WorkSec ensures that both security clearance applicants and sponsored clients get the assistance they need at the time they need it.
High Tech, High Touch
Our systematised and automated workflows offer an optimal and seamless client experience for those navigating security clearances in Australia. By minimising manual errors and delays, we free up our experts to provide personnel security advice where it is most needed.
Commitment To Continuous Improvement
We are continuously and iteratively improving our operational and governance systems to meet and exceed compliance with regulatory frameworks including the PSPF and DSPF, as well as predicting future controls.
Uncompromising Security & Privacy
We maintain physical and information security systems to an exceptionally high standard, emphasising strong policies and processes around privacy, data security and handing of official sensitive information and your personal information.
Comprehensive Security Service Offering
Passionate about safeguarding Australia’s national security and building sovereign capability, we deliver our high-touch service to a diverse range of clients, including SMEs, Primes, Specialist Recruiters, Contractors and Individuals. This broad service offering is a testament to our capability to handle personnel security and governance needs at any scale.
Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Be Defence-ready with an Australian security-cleared, compliant workforce that positions your business to bid, win, and deliver Defence and Government contracts.
DISP Members
Stay audit-ready and compliant with comprehensive personnel security governance, Australian security clearance management, and reporting aligned with DISP requirements.
Defence Primes
Enhance supply chain security and scale your trusted workforce with WorkSec’s personnel governance, security clearance sponsorship, and surge capacity solutions.
Recruiters & Labour Hire Firms
Get your candidates security-cleared and Defence-ready. WorkSec sponsors and makes your talent placement-ready so you can fill roles faster and keep clients satisfied.
Individuals & Contractors
Secure your Defence career with sponsorship and ongoing support to obtain and maintain an Australian government security clearance at the Baseline, NV1, or NV2 security clearance.
Testimonials
Why we do what we do
I had a fantastic experience with WorkSec. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled efficiently and with genuine care.
I am very happy with the service provided by WorkSec to help me get my clearance. Renee was very supportive and kept me updated throughout the process. Thank you.
WorkSec made the process very easy, and the staff are very helpful!
The team at WorkSec is amazing and provided all the information upfront. I just had to follow their advice for a smooth process.
WorkSec is amazing organisation with awesome people. Due to a contract change I couldn’t go ahead, but they refunded my sponsorship even though they worked on it. Amazing work ethics. Thanks again!
Very helpful team!
WorkSec were fantastic in their services and very easy to deal with. They were always available for any questions and help throughout the clearance process. Highly recommended!
Very happy with their service!
The clearance process was smooth, transparent, and highly professional. All requirements were clearly explained, communication was timely, and the overall experience gave me confidence in the system’s reliability and integrity.
I highly recommend the team at WorkSec with providing excellent service to anyone seeking to secure their security clearance hassle-free. WorkSec are very responsive, informative and addressed any queries I had without delay.
I am extremely impressed with their customer service and professionalism. From start to finish, the entire team demonstrated a commitment to excellence.
PSPF Direction 003-2025: Online Disclosure of Security Clearances
Australia’s PSPF Direction 003-2025 clamps down on advertising security clearances online, with Defence Industry and DISP entities expected to tighten policies, training and spot checks.
Cleared Careers Part 2: The Security Cleared Talent Pool
Competition for security-cleared talent in Australia’s defence and government sectors is surging, with WorkSec helping candidates navigate eligibility, suitability, and sponsorship to build trusted, cleared careers.
Cleared Careers Part 1: The Cleared Industry
Teaming and partnering in the defence sector help businesses meet DISP sponsorship and compliance needs with trusted, cleared workforces.
Defence Industry Leadership – The Business of Trust
Trust in defence industry supply chains is at the heart of bolstering our national security.
Defence Industry Development Strategy
Trust in defence industry supply chains is at the heart of bolstering our national security.
Proudly supporting
Defence Industry Security Program (DISP)
DISP is a multi-level membership-based program. It's underpinned by the Defence Security Principles Framework (DSPF), Principle 16, Defence Industry Security, Control 16.1, Defence Industry Security Program.
Australian Industry & Defence Network (AIDN)
The premier network supporting Australia's defence SMEs through advocacy, networking, and essential industry resources.
Defence Teaming Centre (DTC)
Defence Teaming Centre (DTC) is a nationally focused Defence industry membership organisation that supports and develops Australian industry to be more competitive and meets the needs of Defence.
ASIO Outreach
WorkSec engages with ASIO’s Outreach program to strengthen protective security awareness, education and capability across government and industry.
Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre
The Australian Cyber Collaboration Centre brings together industry, government and academia to build Australia’s cyber resilience through collaboration, training, and innovation.
Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence (AIR CoE)
The Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence (AIR CoE) addresses insider threats through research, training and collaboration.
Australian Signals Directorate (ASD)
The Australian Signals Directorate’s Cyber Security Partnership Program enables collaboration between government, industry and academia to strengthen Australia’s cyber resilience.
Henderson Alliance
Henderson Alliance is a collaborative network of Australian defence and maritime industry businesses working together to strengthen local capability, competitiveness and opportunities within the defence sector.
JOSCAR Australia
WorkSec is a registered supplier on JOSCAR-AU, streamlining assurance and visibility across Australia’s defence supply chain.
