Cyber Security Assurance Specialist (Secure-by-Design)

University of Otago; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks' annual leave

6.75% superannuation

Job summary

University of Otago in Dunedin is seeking a Specialist Cyber Security Assurance to advise on security controls across digital projects and information assets. You will champion a secure-by-design approach and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to embed security across the university.

The successful candidate will bring hands-on cyber security consulting experience, familiarity with security frameworks, and a strong understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience applying security frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Critical Controls, or HISF.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and consulting skills.
• Understanding of New Zealand regulatory requirements and public sector governance.

Responsibilities

• Consult on, assess, report on, and track cyber security assurance activities across digital projects.
• Test and validate the application of security controls using a secure-by-design approach.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and collaborate with projects to deploy secure solutions.
• Provide practical, consultative guidance to embed a culture of security and compliance.

Skills

Cyber security

Security controls

Stakeholder engagement

Consulting

Disaster recovery

Business continuity

Regulatory compliance

Secure-by-design

Security frameworks

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field

Job description

University of Otago in Dunedin is seeking a Specialist Cyber Security Assurance to advise on security controls across digital projects and information assets. You will champion a secure-by-design approach and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders to embed security across the university.

The successful candidate will bring hands-on cyber security consulting experience, familiarity with security frameworks, and a strong understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity.