Timely, consise and accurate intelligence
The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge. - Thomas Berger Intelligence is quickness in seeing things as they are. - George Santayana You have never really lived until you've done something for someone who can never repay you. - Unknown There is never a better measure of what a person is than what he does when he's absolutely free to choose. - Bern Williams What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other? - George Eliot It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well. - Rene Descartes

Why Choose DIO?

DIO believes that our people are our most valuable resource and invest in training programs and services that will ensure your time with us is deeply rewarding on both a personal and professional level.

Director DIO described the challenge in a 2012 interview, DIO at the forefront (Defence Magazine, 2012), supported by an analyst's perspective, Critical thinking in national security (Defence Magazine, 2012) and a liason officer's perspective, One Defence (Defence Magazine, 2012).

DIO is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to the Australian Public Service principles of equity and diversity.

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