The Ministry acts in the world to build a safer, more prosperous and more sustainable future for New Zealanders. Kia hangai ake e te Manatu he ao-haumaru, ao-tonui, ao-pumau, ki te oranga tonutanga mo Aotearoa whanui.
Keep our people, information and systems safe
Join a diverse team in a unique organisation with a global footprint
Wellington based Permanent role
Help us to ensure we have cyber security measures in place to protect our people and our systems across our global organisation!
Korero mo te turanga - About the role
Our Cyber Security Team is responsible for overseeing cyber security and assurance within the Ministry here in New Zealand, as well as across our Embassies and Consulates around the world.
We make sure that our Information and Cyber Security aligns with National Security guidelines and industry best practice.
With the constantly evolving Cyber Security landscape, the Ministry's adoption of new technology and our steady progression towards more Cloud based systems, we have identified the need to expand our team of Cyber Security Specialists.
As a Cyber Security Specialist within our collaborative and supportive team, your role will support the information and cyber security operational activities of the Ministry by ensuring appropriate security measures are in place.
In particular you will:
Work with our IT Security Manager (ITSM) to develop, maintain, and communicate security policies and guidelines
Assist in Security operating centre (SOC)
Develop and manage assurance activities
Undertake monitoring and reporting on compliance
Contribute to improving the security of our systems
Provide input to Ministry-wide projects
Assist other security personnel within the Ministry
Create and contribute to cyber security training and awareness
Respond to cyber security incidents
The full salary range for this role is $104,670 to $141,612 total remuneration, inclusive of our 3% KiwiSaver employer contribution. The midpoint is $123,141. We expect to appoint around the midpoint depending on your level of skills and experience.
Ma wai te mahi nei?
Who are we looking for? We'd like to hear from you if you are a customer-focused information security specialist with excellent communication and relationship management skills.
To be considered for this role you will have:
Cloud security
Network Security
Website security
Security Risk Assessments
Ideally you will also have a good understanding of tikanga (Maori customs and protocols), with the ability to weave te ao Maori (the Maori worldview) into your work. If you are just starting on this journey that's OK too as long as you have a willingness to learn and a desire to develop your cultural capability.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, this is important to us and we offer training and support.
Nga hua o te mahi i te Manatu Aorere - Why MFAT?
We are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options. Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
MFAT is Rainbow Tick accredited. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported, valued, and a sense of belonging.
We welcome applications from people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Mo matou - About us
Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. By building connections with and influencing other countries and international institutions, we advance New Zealand's interests and pursue New Zealand's values.
We provide advice to the Government on the implications for New Zealand of what is happening in the world.
Me pehea te tuku tono - To Apply / Interested?
Apply today with your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion please call/email Rosie Walash on ******.
To be employed with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade you must be a NZ citizen. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance.
Ordinarily, to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have sufficient 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.
Please Let us know if you need any support or have any access requirements that will help you through the recruitment process.
Applications close at midnight on Friday, 1 November 2024. Please note: This is not a Foreign Policy/diplomatic role. This is a Corporate role (known here as a Specialist role) based in central Wellington, NZ. While it is not usual for specialist staff to be posted outside of NZ, from time to time a specialist role overseas becomes available at one of our embassies, high commissions, missions or consulates.
To be considered for one of these positions you would need to apply and be considered via a competitive recruitment process. If you do have an interest in an MFAT foreign policy/diplomatic career, you would be welcome to apply for this either via our graduate recruitment or mid-level foreign policy recruitment campaigns.
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