Types of roles

Terrorism is an ongoing major security challenge for Australia. We play a lead role in keeping Australians safe from terrorism.

Stopping the supply of illegal drugs to Australia, detecting and disrupting anyone who imports or exports border-controlled drugs.

Working to prevent serious threats to our national interests and protect the Australian way of life.

Combating serious and organised crime to protect the physical and financial security of Australia.

We target child exploitation offenders and remove children from harm.

Working with our partners in Australia and overseas to stamp out fraud and corruption against the Commonwealth of Australia.

Protecting the security and safety of the Australian economy, people and businesses.

Identifying and disrupting people and crime syndicates who commit crimes involving human exploitation.

We keep travellers, Australian airports, and other Australian interests safe.

Investigating people, groups and countries that violate human rights.

Investigating offences against Australia and its external territories.

Combatting a serious criminal threat to Australia and Australians.

Investigating the possession and use of illegal firearms and weapons in Australia.