Intelligence Capability Officer

New Zealand Security Intelligence Service; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym (Wellington)

Vision care subsidy

Southern Cross Healthcare

EAP support

Job summary

New Zealand Security Intelligence Service in Auckland/Wellington seeks an Intelligence Capability Officer to coordinate and develop operational and analytical capability across multiple work streams. The role supports front-line operations and strengthens mission outcomes.

The ICO will work closely with operators and analysts to deliver enhanced intelligence capabilities and will travel between locations as needed. Prior experience in intelligence contexts is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Act as problem solvers for complex challenges.
• Ability to multi-task and plan across multiple streams.
• Build trust with teams and become a respected knowledge source.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and develop operational and analytical capability to support NZSIS Missions.
• Work on multiple varied work streams to improve front-line operations.
• Deliver operational and analytical capability that enhances staff access to better intelligence.
• Collaborate with operators and analysts to advance missions.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Multi-tasking

Trust building

Project prioritization

Flexibility

Job description

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New Zealand Security Intelligence Service – Auckland, North Island

Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.

At the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) |TePąWhakamarumaru, we are dedicated to our mission of keeping Aotearoa New Zealand and our people safe and secure. We collect,analyseand assessintelligence to protect New Zealand from threats such as foreign interference,espionageand terrorism.

Intelligence Capability Officer

Do you enjoy collaborative working and finding pathways to achieve successful outcomes? Do you lead by example and have a hands‑on approach to team success? Do you want to be part of and contribute directly to NZSIS's core intelligence Missions?

The NZSIS Intelligence Capability Unit is seeking an Intelligence Capability Officer (ICO) to join a team in NZSIS that works directly in our intelligence and operations functions. Our ICOs are responsible for the coordination and development of operational and analytical capability within the NZSIS and this work has significant impact on our ability to achieve operational, analytical and Mission objectives. Many of the responsibilities of this position, and the way it functions, are similar to that of a project manager which will see you working on multiple varied work streams centred on bettering our front‑line operations. Ultimately, your work will make NZSIS better at achieving our Missions by enhancing our analytical and operational capabilities. You will work side‑by‑side operators and analysts to advance our Missions.

Success in this role would see you delivering operational and analytical capability that gives staff better intelligence from existing and new accesses, or even from targets that were previously too hard.

Ko wai koe – About you

As an ICO we need you to act as problem solvers for the problems that others can’t solve. You will be motivated to step up when there’s a challenge and be able to ask the "why" and the "how". You will also:

• Drive innovation and be able to multi‑task and plan
• Build a strong level of trust with established teams and become a respected knowledge source and problem solver
• Enjoy juggling multiple projects and have pride in delivering solutions that directly enable our operational and analytical staff
• Have a high level of flexibility, adaptability and resilience

Although not essential, if your background includes experience in an intelligence context, operational /project management or planning, exposure to intelligence collection or analysis, relationship management and problem solving, we would strongly encourage you to apply.

The team is split between Auckland and Wellington so there is the option for the preferred candidate to be based in either of these two locations. Don’t worry; location won’t act as a barrier to success as this team prides themselves on communication, collaboration and celebrating even the small wins. You will likely be required to travel between our Auckland and Wellington locations several times a year, overseas travel opportunities are also available.

What can we offer you?

• The opportunity to work with diverse, talented, and committed people in an inclusive community
• Training and development opportunities
• Benefits include access to an on‐site gym (Wellington only), subsidised vision care, free Southern Cross Healthcare and EAP support

Before you apply

Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you’re eligible for employment.

You must:

• Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years

OR

Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years

• Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance
  • Ordinarily, this means you’ll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.

Still unsure? Use this online tool to self‑check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance:http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We’ll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out some of our Security FAQs here The security clearance process | Beyond Ordinary Careers

You can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand’s Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service

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