PSPSEC018 — Secure government assets

1 Protect assets from security threats.

• 1.1Secure assets in accordance with organisational requirements, and control, monitor and check access to ensure security.
• 1.2Investigate suspicious activity and seek expert advice in accordance with organisational requirements.

2 Implement access restrictions.

• 2.1Restrict access to authorised personnel and identify potential threats.
• 2.2Identify breaches, take action to deal with the breach and report to appropriate personnel.

3 Advise third parties of security requirements.

• 3.1Confirm needs, expectations, attitudes, and current level of knowledge of third parties and advise them of organisation’s security requirements.
• 3.2Identify and manage risks related to possible confrontations.
• 3.3Provide current and prompt advice that meets the needs of third parties.
• 3.4Obtain feedback to determine the third party’s level of understanding and clarify requirements if needed.

4 Minimise security risk.

• 4.1Identify changes in circumstances, report to appropriate personnel and complete documentation.
• 4.2Take action to reduce the likelihood of breaches reoccurring.

What does an assessment tool for PSPSEC018 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PSPSEC018 needs to address all 19 unit components: 4 elements with 10 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 4 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for PSPSEC018?

Auditori pulls the current release of PSPSEC018 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for PSPSEC018 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing PSPSEC018 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of PSPSEC018, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.