Team Leader Application Engineeringat Government Communications Security Bureau -

We fulfil the cyber security responsibilities of the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) | Te Tira Tiaki, detect and disrupt high-impact cyber threats for nationally significant organisations.Why work for usAlongside getting to work with other 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 pre-schoolers Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community Great work-life balanceThe roleAs Team Leader Application Engineering, you will be leading a team of software engineers to develop and integrate software solutions that form a core part of NCSC cyber defence capability.The ideal applicant for this role is someone with a technical background in software development and integration with experience across people and technical leadership, or wanting to develop further in this space.Key responsibilities Team leadership Provide technical oversight for engineering solutions Working alongside other leaders to develop work plans for the team and unit Maintain positive relationships across partners and stakeholdersWho we're looking forThe key experience we're looking for includes: Software Development & DevOps: strong understanding of what it is and how it adds value Adaptability and Resilience: the ability to manage complex technology work streams and associated problems People leadership: working with others to achieve resultsYou may currently be in a technical role with technical leadership elements looking to grow as a people leader OR you may already have the people leadership experience and are keen to expand your technical skillset.You will also have: Excellent communication skills Analytical skills An understanding, or willingness to learn, cyber security conceptsBefore 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 years OR Hold 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-tool.The 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.The expected appointment range for this opportunity is $120,359 - $128,383.