Job Description

About Us | Mō mātou

We work in complex environments and focus on practical, sustainable solutions that support strong governance, security, and delivery outcomes. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a workplace where everyone has equal access and opportunity.

The role | Te tūnga

In this role, you will work closely with branches across the organisation to understand business drivers and provide strategic security input into planning discussions, roadmaps, and business case development. You will deliver trusted security advice to business leaders, architects, and technology partners, supporting informed decision-making across services, systems, and change initiatives.

You will actively monitor changes in business services, evolving threat landscapes, and emerging trends, using these insights to provide forward-looking advice that informs planning and risk mitigation. You will also gather feedback and insights from across the organisation to continuously review and refine security tools, processes, and frameworks, ensuring they remain fit for purpose and aligned with business needs.

What you bring | Nōu te rourou

• Experience leading the delivery of large-scale programmes from contract through to operation and transition to BAU
• Building and maintaining relationships across a diverse range of business units
• Deep expertise in one or more security domains (e.g. architecture, assurance, risk management, cyber, information, or physical security (PSR))
• Strong strategic and business planning capability, aligning security outcomes with technology and service improvement
• Advanced analytical and conceptual thinking skills, applying innovative approaches to complex business and technology challenges
• Industry-recognised security qualifications and certifications
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance

For you | Mōu

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see why we're a great place to work check out our website https://www.dia.govt.nz/

Benefits - About Internal Affairs - Careers with us - Benefits - dia.govt.nz

The appointing range for this role $136,502 - $169,869 with the potential to appoint higher depending on level of experience.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

We are unable to accept applications via email. Please click the apply button to submit your application.

We're committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our recruitment team below if there is any support we can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Applications for this role close 5pm, Wednesday 1 April 2026 Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions please e-mail Manager of Security Assurance and Capability, Tessie Sauvao-Fiso.

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