Industry
UPS for Government & Defence Facilities | Australia
Government and Defence facilities operate to PSPF (Protective Security Policy Framework) standards with strict security-clearance and change-control requirements. UPS work in classified environments must be performed by security-cleared technicians with documented chain-of-custody.
UPS Services supports federal and state government data centres, defence bases, secure communications facilities, and intelligence community partners across Australia.
The procurement and delivery model for government UPS work is distinct: security clearance verification, formal site-access procedures, IT security incident reporting obligations, and documentation standards aligned with ASD ISM (Information Security Manual). Our team maintains the clearances, processes, and documentation templates to operate in this environment.
We work across the classification spectrum: unclassified government IT, PROTECTED, SECRET, and (with appropriate cleared personnel) higher-classification facilities. Each classification level adds requirements for personnel clearance, equipment handling, documentation control, and physical security during installation and service.
Sector challenges
What makes government & defence different.
5 critical design considerations that shape UPS architecture for this sector.
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Security clearance
Classified work requires Baseline / NV1 / NV2 cleared technicians depending on facility classification. We maintain a roster of cleared engineers for both Federal and Defence facilities. Clearance verification is completed before any personnel are proposed for a site.
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TEMPEST considerations
Classified environments may require TEMPEST-rated UPS (low electromagnetic emission) and specific cabling protocols to prevent information leakage through power-line emanations. We can specify and install TEMPEST-compliant power infrastructure in accordance with SCEC requirements.
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Procurement compliance
Government and Defence procurement follows specific frameworks: AusTender for federal, state-specific panels for state government, and CASG/CIOG for Defence. Trinity DAO maintains registrations on relevant panels and can respond to formal tender processes with compliant proposals.
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Documentation and handling
All documentation for classified facilities must follow handling protocols appropriate to the classification level. Service reports, design drawings, and commissioning records may themselves be classified and must be handled, stored, and transmitted accordingly. We understand and follow these obligations.
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Site access procedures
Defence bases and classified facilities have strict site-access procedures: background checks, vehicle inspections, equipment declarations, and escort requirements. Our technicians are familiar with these processes and factor access time into service scheduling.
Typical configurations
UPS patterns we deploy.
- 01Tier III+ topology
- 022N redundant power
- 03Filtered / TEMPEST-rated for SCIF / classified rooms
- 04Lithium-ion (footprint)
- 05Standalone UPS for secure comms
- 06Modular UPS for government data centres
- 07Isolated power for sensitive equipment
Equipment
Recommended for this sector.
Manufacturer-trained installation and service across all major UPS brands.
- APC Galaxy VL (government data centres)
- Eaton 93PM (government data centres)
- Vertiv Liebert APM2 (modular, scalable)
- APC Smart-UPS (office/admin)
- PowerShield Commander (secure comms)
- TEMPEST-rated power solutions (via partners)
- Lithium-ion battery systems (all brands)
When it matters
Real-world scenarios.
What goes wrong without proper UPS, and how the right architecture prevents it.
Scenario 01
Clearance mismatch delays critical service
A government data centre needs emergency UPS service but the current service provider does not have NV1-cleared technicians available. The emergency response is delayed by 3 weeks while interim clearances are processed. Maintaining a roster of pre-cleared technicians, as UPS Services does, eliminates this bottleneck.
Scenario 02
TEMPEST non-compliance detected in audit
A security audit of a classified facility identifies that the UPS installation does not meet SCEC TEMPEST requirements: power-line emanations exceed the zone-appropriate limits. The UPS must be replaced with a TEMPEST-compliant model, causing significant disruption and cost. Specifying TEMPEST requirements at design stage avoids this.
Scenario 03
Documentation handling breach
Service documentation for a PROTECTED facility is stored on an unclassified system. The security breach requires formal investigation and remediation. Proper document handling protocols from day one, using classification-appropriate storage and transmission, prevent this entirely.
Our services
Relevant services for government & defence.
Frequently asked questions
4 questions answered.
Q01
What security clearances do your technicians hold?
We maintain a roster of technicians with current Australian Government security clearances at Baseline, NV1, and NV2 levels. Clearance level is verified before any personnel are proposed for a classified facility. For work requiring higher clearances, we coordinate with the facility security officer on appropriate arrangements.
Q02
Can you respond to AusTender and Defence procurement processes?
Yes. Trinity DAO is registered on AusTender and relevant state government procurement panels. We respond to formal tender processes with compliant proposals including pricing schedules, technical specifications, clearance registers, and insurance certificates. For Defence procurement via CASG, we can respond to approach-to-market documentation and quote formats.
Q03
How do you handle documentation for classified facilities?
All documentation is created, stored, and transmitted at the appropriate classification level for the facility. Service reports for PROTECTED facilities are marked, handled, and transmitted in accordance with PSPF requirements. For higher classifications, documentation follows the specific handling protocols agreed with the facility security officer. We do not store classified material on unclassified systems.
Q04
Do you provide TEMPEST-rated UPS solutions?
Yes, through our specialist partner network. TEMPEST-rated UPS is a niche requirement that applies to classified environments where electromagnetic emanations could leak information. We specify the appropriate TEMPEST zone rating, source compliant equipment, and install to SCEC requirements. This includes power-line filtering, shielded cabling, and physical separation distances.
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