COMSEC Advisorat Government Communications Security Bureau -
You will join a collaborative, friendly and productive team who pride themselves on being able to provide exceptional service to customers across the NZIC.You will be a senior member of this team and once fully trained will become the subject matter expert in this area.What you’ll do Own the COMSEC Custodianship for both GCSB and NZSIS – you’ll be the guardian of our cryptographic assets Be the escalation point for internal and external agency customers, delivering rapid, decisive support Monitor & protect the GCSB wide‑area network, spotting anomalies and driving corrective action before they become incidents Validate and key all cryptographic equipment, ensuring flawless operation around the clockKo wai koe – about youYou will be a seasoned professional with experience in a technical role, and the ability to learn quickly and hit the ground running.
You will have exceptional problem-solving skills, top-notch communication skills and a results-oriented mind-set with a desire to never stop learning. You will also be a team player, have a strong customer focus and enjoy a collaborative culture that fosters the development of others.We are looking for someone who has a drive for continuous improvement, a willingness to champion change, while also being process oriented.The expected appointing range for this position is between $87,048 - $92,851 per annum.Why work for us Alongside 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 preschoolers Onsite free gym (Wellington) Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community Great work-life balance 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: What to expect | Beyond Ordinary CareersYou can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand's Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service