Cyber Security Advisor

Talent; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent is seeking an intermediate Cyber Security Advisor to support the ongoing certification and assurance of existing information systems. The role focuses on maintenance, auditing, and re-certifying established systems.

You will review security documentation, identify gaps, gather evidence with stakeholders, and ensure systems meet NZISM standards. Independent work within established frameworks is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in cyber security advisory, assurance, risk or compliance.
• Strong understanding of NZISM Certification and Accreditation in NZ government.
• Proven experience conducting security risk assessments and recommending controls.
• Experience developing Control Validation Plans and audits.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and re-certifying existing information systems
• Auditing security controls, documentation and supporting evidence
• Assessing systems against security policies and standards
• Identifying gaps, risks and remediation areas
• Maintaining certification and assurance documentation

Skills

Cybersecurity advisory

Audit & assurance

Risk assessment

Documentation writing

Stakeholder communication

Job description

The opportunity

Our client is looking for an intermediate-level Cyber Security Advisor to support the ongoing certification and assurance of its existing information systems.

This is primarily a maintenance and assurance role, heavily focused on reviewing, auditing and re-certifying established systems.

You will assess existing security documentation and controls, identify gaps, work with relevant stakeholders to gather evidence and ensure systems continue to meet required security standards.

You will be responsible for

• Reviewing and re-certifying existing information systems
• Auditing security controls, documentation and supporting evidence
• Assessing systems against relevant security policies and standards
• Identifying gaps, risks and areas requiring remediation
• Maintaining accurate certification and assurance documentation

What We're Looking For

• Experience in cyber security advisory, assurance, risk or compliance
• Strong understanding of the NZISM Certification and Accreditation process within New Zealand government organisations.
• Proven experience conducting security risk assessments, including identifying and assessing risks and recommending appropriate security controls.
• Experience developing Control Validation Plans and conducting Control Validation Audits
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing Security Risk Management Plans, remediation plans and technical documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.

This role would suit an intermediate Cyber Security Advisor who enjoys detailed assurance work and is comfortable working independently within established frameworks and processes.

Please note that we can only accept applications for this position from candidates holding valid NZ Working Rights.