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Respond to government security incidents

Respond to government security incidents

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPSEC019
State Code
ODW38
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access and advise on security incidents and plan an incident response within the limits of role and responsibility.Those undertaking this unit work independently and as part of a team, using support resources and performing routine tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess and advise on security incidents.
  • 1.1. Identify security incident and respond in accordance with organisational procedures.
  • 1.2. Conduct preliminary assessment considering the nature of the breach, level of risk and likely consequences.
  • 1.3. Determine limitations of own expertise and refer to more specialised personnel as required.
  • 1.4. Maintain records about the incident.
2. Plan incident response.
  • 2.1. Identify, collect and assess evidence to determine risk factors.
  • 2.2. Recommend action appropriate to the level of seriousness of the incident.
  • 2.3. Identify and document changes required in security policy as a result of the incident.
  • 2.4. Advise relevant agencies of the incident.
  • 2.5. Prepare a final report incorporating background to the incident, action taken, interview statements, outcomes, summary of findings and recommended actions.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWT42 PSPSEC002 Respond to government security incidents Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHP1 PSP30122 Certificate III in Government Qualification