Intermediate Security Consultant

Department of Internal Affairs; Wellington; On-site; NZD 117,734 - 146,513; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Wellington is seeking a Security Consultant. You will engage with branch teams to provide security input into planning activities while delivering informed guidance. Ideal candidates will have experience in security consulting, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to navigate various viewpoints. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $117,734 to $146,513, along with a collaborative workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Experience providing security consulting services aligned to requirements.
• Knowledge in security domains like architecture, risk management, or cyber security.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Engage with branch teams to provide security input.
• Undertake security design reviews and risk assessments.
• Mentor Security Consultants and enhance security capability.

Skills

Security consulting

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Job description

• Locations 45 Pipitea Street, Wellington, 6011, NZ
• Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

We work in complex environments and focus on practical, sustainable solutions that support strong governance, security, and delivery outcomes. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing a workplace where everyone has equal access and opportunity.

The role | Te tūnga

In this role, you will engage closely with branch teams to understand business drivers and provide security input into planning activities, roadmaps, and business case development. You will deliver informed security guidance to project teams, architects, and technology partners, helping to shape decisions across systems, services, and change initiatives.

You may also undertake certification and accreditation activities, including security design reviews, risk assessments, control validation audits, security testing, and reporting. As a senior member of the practice, you will provide mentoring and support to Security Consultants, contributing to the ongoing uplift of security capability across the organisation.

• Experience providing security consulting services and delivering security solutions aligned to organisational and regulatory requirements
• Building and maintaining relationships across a diverse range of business units
• Knowledge in one or more security domains (e.g. architecture, assurance, risk management, cyber, information, or physical security)
• Strong ability to contribute to collaborative discussions and navigate differing viewpoints to reach practical outcomes
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, applying structured thinking to business and technology challenges
• Experience supporting or leading assurance, certification, or accreditation activities
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Confidential security clearance

At the Department of Internal Affairs, we are committed to offering a collaborative and innovative culture where your perspective and ideas will be welcomed. We want our people to thrive within a culture of best practice, while being able to set and achieve goals and being encouraged to challenge the status quo.

To learn more about the diverse, important mahi we do at the Department and see whywe'rea great placeto work check out our websitehttps://www.dia.govt.nz/

The appointing range for this role$117, 734 - $146,513.

How to apply| Me pēhea te tuku tono

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We'recommitted to ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our recruitment team below if there is anysupportwe can provide to ensure the process is accessible to you.

Applications for this role close 5pm, Wednesday 1 April 2026. Please also note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.

If you have any questions please e-mailManager of Security Assurance and Capability, Tessie Sauvao-Fiso.

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