Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
If you are looking for that next step in your security career, then this may be the role for you.
Joining the Treasury's IT Security team means that no two days are the same. On a daily basis you will be using your strengths in security and risk assurance, supporting projects, and managing operational security incidents.
Mō mātou | About Us
At The Treasury Te Tai Ōhanga we're creating a better future for New Zealand and everyone who calls our amazing country home. We're the Government's economic and financial advisor, working hard to raise the standard of living for everyone in Aotearoa, now and in the future.
Our talented people bring their diverse backgrounds and experiences to tackling New Zealand's biggest and most inter-connected issues. Every day, they are influencing, advising, and supporting Ministers, Crown CEOs and Government decision-makers to shape our country's collective tomorrow.
Kōrero mō te tūranga | About the Role
We have a unique opportunity for a Senior Security Advisor to join the Corporate and Shared Services team. This is a permanent role where you will provide expert risk and operational security advice to a range of internal and external stakeholders, to ensure that our information is kept safe and managed appropriately.
In this role you will collaborate with our Technology, Information Management and Project teams as well as business owners and key stakeholders. You will provide guidance and advice to ensure the required processes are followed for certification and accreditation as well as producing operational reporting and analysis to a high standard.
Ō pūmanawa | About You
This important work takes a special kind of person with a passion for making a difference and getting things done. We are committed to employing people, with a wide range of academic, cultural and social backgrounds and experiences, who represent the New Zealand community we serve. The specific experience, skills, and qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:
- A strong understanding of government security best practices, policies, strategies, and initiatives
- Working collaborative across Treasury
- Experience with security engineering and monitoring in the cloud
- Proven track record as someone who enjoys delivering a client focused service
- An understanding of the New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM)
- Strong experience with security risk assessments and the certification and accreditation (C&A) process
- Experience in identifying threats, risks and security controls that are efficient and effective
- A strong client focus
Ko ngā hua | What we Offer
This is an important job and that's why we'll do all we can to support your success. Five weeks annual leave, along with a range of other health and wellbeing initiatives, will help you enjoy a positive work/life balance. Our numerous social events, sports teams and employee networks will enable you to connect and have fun.
The wharenui, at the heart of our workplace, embodies our commitment to diversity and making this an inclusive place that will welcome the unique experiences and perspectives you bring to our collaborative team culture.
If you have a solid background in security risk and assurance, experience in operational security, strong writing abilities and the ability to present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical colleagues, then this may be a great role for you.
Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now to shape your, and New Zealand's, tomorrow.
Apply online. Applications close 11.55pm on Tuesday 5 August 2025.
For more information and a kōrero please contact us at talent@treasury.govt.nz.
Kia Pono (Making a Difference) | Kia Whakamana (Enhancing Mana) | Kia Hono (Achieving Together)