Aviation Cybersecurity & IAM Specialist

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand; Wellington; On-site; NZD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

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4%

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Job summary

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is seeking a System and Security Specialist to protect and enable the technology that supports New Zealand's aviation safety and security regulator. Based in Wellington, you will work within the Digital Engineering team to monitor threats, manage access controls, and support secure enterprise systems.

You'll collaborate with cybersecurity specialists, digital teams, vendors, and stakeholders to strengthen governance, deliver digital initiatives, and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting complex enterprise technology environments.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and threat management.
• Expertise in identity and access management practices and tools.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and cloud technologies.
• Understanding of software licensing and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a risk-based mindset.
• Ability to build effective relationships and communicate technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats, incidents, and vulnerabilities.
• Strengthen security controls and support organisational risk management.
• Manage identity, access, and permissions across enterprise systems.
• Administer business applications and support secure system operations.
• Oversee software licensing compliance, renewals, and vendor relationships.
• Conduct security, access, and compliance audits to improve governance.
• Provide technical advice that supports digital initiatives and transformation.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

IAM (Identity & Access Management)

Cloud technologies

Licensing & compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

Intune

Job description

Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand is seeking a System and Security Specialist to protect and enable the technology that supports New Zealand's aviation safety and security regulator. Based in Wellington, you will work within the Digital Engineering team to monitor threats, manage access controls, and support secure enterprise systems.

You'll collaborate with cybersecurity specialists, digital teams, vendors, and stakeholders to strengthen governance, deliver digital initiatives, and