Cyber Security Engineer

TravelCenters of America; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross health insurance

Life and trauma insurance

Professional development opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Fisher Funds is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to safeguard our cloud and on‑premises environments in Auckland. You’ll strengthen cyber security through monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, identity security, and security engineering, collaborating with internal tech teams and third parties.

You’ll drive security controls across Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and hybrid setups, align with ISO 27001/NIST, and help protect critical financial data for New Zealanders.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and monitoring tools.
• Experience securing Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, or hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and prioritise security risks.
• Clear communication skills, including translating technical risks for non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and responding to cyber security alerts, incidents, and threats.
• Leading security investigations and incident response through to resolution.
• Administering and optimising Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access, and Intune.
• Implementing and automating security controls across cloud platforms, infrastructure, and endpoints.
• Managing vulnerability assessments and coordinating remediation activities.
• Strengthening identity security, privileged access, and authentication controls.
• Supporting the cyber security roadmap, resilience activities, assessments, and audits.

Skills

Cyber security

Incident response

Security monitoring

Threat intelligence

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Firewalls

Vulnerability scanners

Microsoft Defender

Entra ID

Intune

Azure

AWS

Job description

Cyber Security Engineer

At Fisher Funds, we're passionate about helping New Zealanders achieve their goals through quality financial advice and smart investing. We're looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Digital Technology team and help protect the systems, platforms, and data that support our organisation.

In this role, you'll strengthen our cyber security capability through proactive monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, identity security, and security engineering. You'll work closely with internal technology teams and third-party providers to enhance security controls across our cloud environment and ensure they remain effective, resilient, and aligned with business objectives.

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex security challenges, responding to emerging threats, and continuously improving security across modern cloud and enterprise environments.

What you'll be doing:

• Monitoring and responding to cyber security alerts, incidents, and threats.
• Leading security investigations and incident response through to resolution.
• Administering and optimising Microsoft Defender, Entra ID, Conditional Access, and Intune.
• Implementing and automating security controls across cloud platforms, infrastructure, and endpoints.
• Managing vulnerability assessments and coordinating remediation activities.
• Strengthening identity security, privileged access, and authentication controls.
• Supporting the cyber security roadmap, resilience activities, assessments, and audits.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in cyber security, information security, or a related ICT role.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, vulnerability scanners, and monitoring tools.
• Experience securing Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, or hybrid environments.
• Strong knowledge of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, incident response, and security investigations.
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and prioritise security risks.
• Clear communication skills, including translating technical risks for non-technical audiences.
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience, with CISSP or CISM certification advantageous.

Why Fisher Funds?

Fisher Funds manages more than $24 billion on behalf of nearly 500,000 New Zealanders. For over 25 years, we've helped Kiwis achieve their goals through disciplined investment management, trusted financial advice, and innovative technology.

You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing team where you’ll be supported to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a meaningful contribution while helping New Zealanders achieve their financial ambitions.

When you join us, you'll enjoy:

• Southern Cross health insurance, plus life and trauma insurance for you and your family.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Enhanced parental leave, community leave, and birthday leave.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference for New Zealanders and their financial futures.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening, including police and credit checks.

Applications close – 20 October 2026

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Location: Auckland