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Policy amendments – Eligibility and suitability of personnel

Policy 12: Eligibility and suitability of personnel has been amended to:

  • Provide clarity that the TOP SECRET-Privileged Access Authority is a vetting authority in regards to the Core Requirement.
  • Amend new references to Australian Standards throughout based on advice provided by Standards Australia.