SIGINT Policy Specialistat Government Communications Security Bureau -
We provide Signals Intelligence and Cyber Security and resilience to organisations of national significance to successfully navigate in an unpredictable world.Why work for usAlongside getting to work with our talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include: Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave Childcare allowance for your preschoolers Onsite free gym Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community Great work-life balanceWe have an exciting opportunity for you to join a talented, highly motivated team as a SIGINT Policy Specialist.This role will suit a highly motivated individual who wants to further develop and broaden their skills in policy development, analysis and advice, in a dynamic environment.
It will be particularly suited to someone who is looking to apply their operational knowledge and broaden their professional intelligence experience.Come and join our team that is responsible for: Developing and maintaining SIGINT policy, procedures and guidance Providing specialist policy advice and education on SIGINT policy matters Developing and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders across GCSB and the intelligence community Engaging with counterparts to maintain awareness of partner policies and standardsTo be successful you will have: experience as an intelligence or policy professional or working with/using intelligence ideally have a background in Signals Intelligence an appreciation of intelligence security policies, standards and practices, and ideally intelligence reporting standards, policies and practices an understanding of government legal and compliance frameworks - doctrine, policies and guidance an aptitude for both creative and analytical thinking when problem-solving, and the ability to apply intellectual rigour to issues under considerationWorking in a unique and supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to engage with a wide range of customers and partners.
You'll bring sound judgement, flexibility and a sense of teamwork in a demanding and unpredictable work environment, which often involves complex problem resolution, and have an aptitude for attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.The work is interesting and offers the professional and personal satisfaction of being challenging.If this sounds like you apply today! Before you applyWorking within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.You must: Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 yearsORHold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-toolThe NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting.