Practice Advisor: NatSec Systems

Practice Advisor – National Security Systems!

• Based at Police National Headquarters or District (Flexible Location)


• Band I


• Office of Constable/Police Employee


• Permanent, Full time


• NAV


• JR 6014143

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Practice Advisor to join the National Security Systems team, based within the Security Intelligence Group, National Intelligence Centre (NIC).

The National Security Person of Interest Operating Framework was established to provide a nationally consistent approach to understanding threats to national security and managing the enduring risk. The purpose of this framework is to detect, understand and prevent acts of terrorism and violent extremism to ensure everyone can Be Safe and Feel Safe.

The National Security Systems (NSS) Team was developed to provide leadership, stewardship, support and advice for all staff operating in this space. Our purpose is to enable our people with the systems, processes and tools to effectively understand and manage national security risk.

The team has a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation to ensure the operating approach remains effective and relevant in a contemporary threatscape.

The primary purpose of the Practice Advisor role is to provide expert guidance, advice, training, assurance and practice support to staff in the operational application of assessment tools, risk management strategies and case management practices.

By focusing on these areas, this role will be a key source of support for staff, provide assurance to senior leaders, drive a high-performance approach and promote nationally consistency in managing national security concerns.

This role will work closely with the National Security Group, District workgroups and the New Zealand Intelligence Community.

This role supports remote working arrangements. The successful applicant will either be based in Wellington (PNHQ) or work remotely in a district.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide expert guidance, advice, training, assurance and practice support to Police staff and senior leaders working in the national security space.


• Strong experience using the Microsoft Office Suite, the Investigation Management Tool (IMT) and other Police applications.


• Promote a nationally consistent approach to understanding threats to national security and managing the enduring risk.


• Drive a focus on continuous improvement and innovation across the Operating Framework and case management system.


• Develop and maintain a range of positive relationships across key workgroups and partners.


• Ability to maintain a high quality of work while managing multiple demands.


• Have a strong team focus.


• Ability to present and communicate, in both written and verbal form.

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring

Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

• Proven experience working in either a national security, intelligence or investigations related role


• Effective communication skills with our people and partners


• A motivation to drive continuous improvement activity


• An ability to work effectively in a team environment


• An ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure


• An ability to manage multiple demands

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

• New Zealand or Australian citizenship, or a permanent NZ resident


• A tertiary qualification relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:

https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/2026-08/Practice%20Advisor%20-%20National%20Security%20Systems.pdf

Security Clearance Requirements 

To be eligible for this role, you may be asked to obtain and maintain a CONFIDENTIAL national security clearance. 

The minimum criteria for this level of national security clearance is:

NZ Citizen who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or: 

• A Permanent Resident who has resided continuously in NZ for the last 10 years, or


• A citizen of or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, or United States of America, and has a background that can be verified by the NZSIS.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process:  

http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool 

Mo tātou | About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:

 Applicant Information Pack (External)

Tono ināianei | Apply now

If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing  and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.  

For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers 

All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.  

Utu ā-tau | Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $103,836 and $109,983 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.  

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process. 

Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on 7th September 2026. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact [email protected]