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A National Security Adviser guides strategy, develops policies, coordinates agencies, analyses intelligence, and leads crisis management.

    • -0.391 AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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A National Security Adviser is responsible for providing strategic guidance on national security issues, developing and implementing policies, and coordinating efforts across government agencies to address security threats.

National Security Advisers' duties include analysing intelligence reports, advising senior officials, ensuring compliance with security protocols, and leading crisis management efforts to protect national interests and maintain public safety.

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