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Are you a skilled policy or business advisor looking for the next step in your career? 

Do you have strong and effective communication skills, together with the ability to think critically and shape strategic direction? 

Do you have a proven track record of working with a diverse group of people, making sound judgements, and joining the dots to “see the big picture”?  

If so, we would like you to become part of a small outgoing team within the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) that is making a tangible contribution to lifting the protective security capability of New Zealand.   

As a member of our PSR Team, you will communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise way to Ministers, senior managers, and practitioners. You will analyse a range of information to inform decision making and you will drive the development and delivery of PSR policies and protocols.     

This will require you to foster relationships and manage internal and external stakeholder relationships.  

You will have the following profile:

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and orally) to a wide range of audiences, including Ministers
• Capability to lead projects and manage a large number of tasks to achieve an overall outcome
• Can demonstrate a sound level of critical thinking, policy analysis, and evaluation
• An awareness of, and interest in, current affairs and issues that affect New Zealand on a domestic and international level.
• An understanding of New Zealand Government processes.
• Well developed presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and delivery a range of tasks in a timely and effective manner
• Highly engaged, proactive and action-orientated to deliver successful outcomes
• Ability to work well with a range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds

You may already have knowledge or experience working within the security sector but this is not a necessity, as your proven ability to think critically and communicate effectively will stand you in good stead.

If you are looking for a meaningful career opportunity and a chance to make a real difference to the future of New Zealand we would love to hear from you. 

As well as interesting work, we also offer a range of benefits including professional development, free health insurance and on-site gym and fitness facilities. We also promise you will never have to take work home with you!

Salary from $68,316 - $102,474 per annum 

A position description can be found attached here. 

How to apply

Applications must include a completed application form, a current CV and cover letter. These should be sent to careers@nzic.govt.nz quoting reference number D2/19/02 and placing your full name in the subject line of the email. Only completed applications will be progressed.

Please direct any enquiries regarding this role to careers@nzic.govt.nz  

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively you must hold NZ Permanent Residence or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a high level security clearance. Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.

Applications close Sunday 27^th January 2019.

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality. You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We are looking for people to join us as Computer Network Defence (CND) Analysts. Whether you’re early in your career, or an industry expert, we want to hear from you.

We are defending New Zealand from the most serious and sophisticated cyber-actors out there. Our foreign adversaries are often well-resourced, highly skilled, and good at hiding in plain sight. We are constantly working to understand these adversaries and develop new techniques to uncover their actions and defeat them.

Working in a high performing team of cyber security professionals, you will be striving to understand and counter sophisticated cyber borne threats against New Zealand’s information infrastructures of significance. You will be working with exciting technologies to solve interesting analytical and technical problems using unique datasets that you wouldn’t have the opportunity to do anywhere else.

First and foremost, we are seeking candidates that are knowledgeable and passionate about information technology with a strong desire to learn and specialise in Computer Network Defence. In addition we are looking for candidates with:

• Expertise or interest in learning network and host intrusion detection and discovery techniques
• Relevant technical qualifications or certifications in fields such as, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, and Data Science
• Knowledge of vulnerabilities, exploits and mitigation techniques
• A willingness to try new things, be innovative and push the boundaries of traditional CND approaches
• A desire to work in a highly collaborative team environment
• Programming / scripting experience

Are you self-motivated, resourceful, and innovative, with an ability to think outside of the box? Do you enjoy working independently and in a team? Are you known to be someone who demonstrates sound judgement? Do you embrace the challenge of a busy environment, are able to manage your workload and work to deadlines? Are you tired of working for an organisation focused on the bottom line with pressure to bill someone for your time?

Apply today, and kick start a meaningful career with the GCSB.

We will offer you the opportunity to keep up to date with the latest developments in the cyber security world. There is a defined career path within the team and we will dedicate significant investment into your professional development. You will also enjoy subsidised healthcare and an on-site gym.

We welcome applications from candidates with all levels of experience and would offer salary based on the skills and knowledge you would bring in.

Salary per annum:

Level 1 - $68,316 - $102,474

Level 2 - $77,711 - $116,567

Level 3 – 90,366 - $135,549

A position description can be found attached here.

How to apply

Applications must include a completed application form, a current CV and cover letter. These should be sent to careers@nzic.govt.nz quoting reference number C2/19/01 and placing your full name in the subject line of the email.and placing your full name in the subject line of the email.and placing your full name in the subject line of the email.and placing your full name in the subject line of the email.and placing your full name in the subject line of the email. Only completed applications will be progressed.

Please direct any enquiries regarding this role to careers@nzic.govt.nz 

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively you must hold NZ Permanent Residence or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a high level security clearance. Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.

Applications close: 27 January 2019.

 The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality. You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

• Do you have an interest in the security and well-being of New Zealand and New Zealanders?
• Are you naturally inquisitive and curious?
• Are you a detail-oriented person who enjoys looking for the needle in a haystack?

 If you can say yes to the above questions, then we may have the exciting new opportunity you have been looking for! 

We have an opportunity for a VISA Screening Analyst to join our team within the NZSIS Intelligence Directorate. In this role you will engage in national security screening, including analysing, evaluating and making recommendations, for a range of people already in New Zealand, or for those seeking to enter New Zealand. 

This is a unique opportunity which will suit someone with the following skills and background:

• Proven ability to analyse information from multiple sources, including highly effective analytical, judgement and problem solving skills
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail, especially when completing complex and repetitive tasks
• Flexibility to respond to changing and  competing priorities and ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively, contribute to team-based outcomes and identify ways to improve our systems, processes and the way we work
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills

Our team is dedicated, driven and delivery focussed. We come from a diverse range of backgrounds and know how to have fun and celebrate our successes. 

In return for your hard work we can offer you a range of benefits that include training opportunities, health insurance, a fun social club, and on-site gym and fitness facilities. Most importantly, the outcomes from your work will have a direct impact on the security and well-being of New Zealand. 

If this sounds like you and you are looking to make your mark in a specialised and unique environment, apply now! 

Flexible or part-time hours may be considered.

A copy of the position description can be found on this page.

Salary range: $48,934 - $73,400

How to apply

Applications must include a completed application form, a current CV and cover letter.  These should be sent to careers@nzic.govt.nz quoting reference number D2/19/01 in the subject line of the email.  Only completed applications will be progressed.

Please direct any enquiries regarding this role to careers@nzic.govt.nz.

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years.  Alternatively you must hold NZ Permanent Residence or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.

You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance.  Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken.  Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.

Applications close 5pm on Tuesday, 29 January 2019.

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality.  You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

Technology Directorate delivers technology for GCSB, NZSIS and the wider security and intelligence sector. Our purpose is to ensure that mission requirements are met today and in the future – realising positive outcomes for New Zealand.

As Technical Delivery Manager you will act as the primary interface between the directorate and its key stakeholders - within GCSB, NZSIS and wider intelligence sector.  This includes building and maintaining strategic relationships and working closely with them to understand their business priorities.  You will monitor service delivery performance and work across the directorate to improve, enhance and develop services

As an experienced technology professional you will be adept at strategic relationship management, service delivery planning and developing solutions to solve complex problems. 

Ideally you will bring:

• High levels of technical credibility in an engineering or technology environment
• Experience providing operational technology support in large and complex organisations
• Extensive experience in a project management, service delivery, customer relationship, account or business management role
• Proven experience leading teams who deliver large scale, business critical programmes of technology work
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict management skills 

Working in a unique and supportive environment, you will have an opportunity to apply your expertise and ingenuity to a wide range of stimulating subject areas. You will help us meet complicated technical challenges and deliver services that realise measurable benefits.

We offer interesting work plus a range of benefits including a competitive salary, professional development, free medical insurance and on-site fitness facilities.

If you want to work with a purpose at the heart of New Zealand’s national security, make your application now. 

We believe that diversity is our first line of defence.  We encourage all parts of the community to consider a career with us. 

Salary range:  $106,860 - $160,290. 

A position description can be found attached here. 

How to apply

Applications must include a completed application form, a current CV and cover letter. These should be sent to careers@nzic.govt.nz quoting reference number C2/19/07 and placing your full name in the subject line of the email. Only completed applications will be progressed. 

Please direct any enquiries regarding this role to careers@nzic.govt.nz  

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively you must hold NZ Permanent Residence or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years. 

You must be able to obtain and maintain a high level security clearance. Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed. 

Applications close 5pm Tuesday, 29 January 2019. 

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality. You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT security practitioner who wants to make a real and direct difference to the protection of NZ – is this you? 

Our IT Security Certification Assessor is responsible for conducting IT security assessments, audits and applying security risk management practices. 

Your experience and technical expertise in this field, will ideally be supported by one of the relevant qualifications we are looking for, along with proven knowledge and application of the risk management and IT guidelines. Key to succeeding in this role is your: 

• previous experience in large scale and complex IT systems design, implementation and maintenance when assessing systems against government standards to ensure compliance. 
• ability to successfully interact with a wide range of people at all levels of the NZIC and externally
• excellent planning and organisational skills as well as strong analytical  and problem-solving skills

The IT Security Certification Assessor will become the certification subject matter expert of our successful team and be able to provide expert guidance and advice on certification matters to colleagues.  

In addition to the above you will have the following attributes:

• high level of self motivation
• high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• sound judgement
• excellent self discipline and personal integrity

If this sounds like you and you can demonstrate the above requirements, we are keen to hear from you.

As well as interesting work, we also offer a range of benefits including, free health insurance and on-site gym and fitness facilities. We also promise you will never have to take work home with you!

Salary from $77,711 - $116,567 per annum. 

A position description can be found attached here. 

How to apply

Applications must include a completed application form, a current CV and cover letter. These should be sent to careers@nzic.govt.nz quoting reference number D2/19/05 and placing your full name in the subject line of the email. Only completed applications will be progressed. 

Please direct any enquiries regarding this role to careers@nzic.govt.nz  

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively you must hold NZ Permanent Residence or hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years. 

You must be able to obtain and maintain a high level security clearance. Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed. 

Applications close Sunday 3 February 2019. 

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality. You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.