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We are looking for an organized Senior it security analyst to join our incredible team at New Zealand Government in Wellington.
Growing your career as a Full Time Senior it security analyst is an incredible opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, decision-making and have the right mindset for the job, then apply for the position of Senior it security analyst at New Zealand Government today!

About us The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Auckland or Wellington based Do the challenges of IT Security excite you rather than worry you? Do you have a technical background in IT Security with an interest in problem solving? Then you may be the kind of person we are looking for. The Ministry of Social Development is one of the largest government departments in the country. This leads to a wide range of challenges in IT Security and we are seeking an experienced Senior IT Security Analyst to join our busy IT Security team and IT Security Programme to help keep the Ministry safe. Our team works closely with both the Infrastructure & Core Software and Digital teams to ensure the Ministry has a secure technical infrastructure. This means you’ll have a wide range of platforms and technologies to learn to secure. It’s a challenging, varied, fast-paced work environment, with on-going professional development. As an IT Security Analyst, you will focus on * The ever-changing threats to our services * Monitoring systems and staff behaviour * Reporting and tracking incidents * Spending time involved in specific projects offering advice and helping the delivery of solutions * Supporting and guiding other security analysts * Technical design review of new solutions * Helping to create new training and educational material for staff * Building strong working relationships across MSD and the IT community including the CISO team This is a hands-on technical role working in a 24x7 environment. The role includes an on-call roster. About you You are an IT professional with security experience looking to develop further in this area. You have experience with security monitoring and response, implementing solutions and are familiar with the latest technology and trends in the security environment. We value perspectives from people who have different life experiences and we particularly encourage you to apply if you're from a group who is under-represented in technology. Your perspective could help us make better security decisions! The position offers a challenging, varied, fast paced work environment, on-going professional development, and the opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. Shortlisting may start prior to the closure date. Existing government security clearance or the ability to gain and maintain such a clearance is a requirement for this role. Please see this link to the public NZSIS information for further information about the vetting process for national security clearances: Position Description Benefits We Offer We offer structures and tools such as Flexible working arrangements, Health Insurance and Vision care, MSD Wellbeing Plan and Learning and Capability- Study Assistance to support our people and their development. Salary range: $98,348.00 - $120,203.00 How to apply To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at View email address on jobs.institutedata.com Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate. Closing date: Wednesday the 8th February 2023 Joining us Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process. MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.

Benefits of working as a Senior it security analyst in Wellington:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package