IT Security Analyst - Fixed-Term

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development (MSD) in Wellington is seeking a Senior IT Security Analyst to join the Security Operations team and IT Security Programme. You will lead penetration testing efforts, coordinate with stakeholders, and help secure the Ministry's technology infrastructure as part of a busy transformation agenda.

The role is hands-on, operates in a 24x7 environment, and includes after-hours on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Junior IT Security Analyst or similar looking to specialise further within security.
• An organised approach, with strong communication and stakeholder skills.
• Strong knowledge of IT security terminology, platforms, penetration testing, and common security threats.
• Knowledge in vulnerability management processes and tools.
• Experience in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating IT security risks and a familiarity with security framework and best practices for compliance.
• Previous experience fostering collaborative relationships across organisations.
• A proven ability to implement security measures, translate policies into documented standards, and drive security initiatives to completion.
• A self-starting approach, able to see where improvements are needed, and propose, lead, and implement change.
• Ability to produce formal reports for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to tackling complex security challenges and delivering effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT security incidents triage and analysis.
• Engage with projects, offer advice, and help deliver security solutions.
• Develop and deliver reporting on events, issues, and monthly updates.
• Build strong relationships across MSD and the IT community including the CISO team.
• Manage and support security products ensuring they are up-to-date and functioning.
• Identify and prevent threats through monitoring and staff behaviour analysis.
• Support implementation of standard operating procedures and awareness materials.

Skills

IT security terminology

Penetration testing

Vulnerability management

Security frameworks

Stakeholder management

Security incident analysis

Reporting

Job description

Gain valuable experience working alongside project teams, building your stakeholder engagement and IT security expertise while helping to coordinate and facilitate security testing activitiesVaried work in a busy team, helping us with our Transformation programmeWellington based - fixed-term opportunityBuild trust into every solution. Strengthen communities. Join MSD.About our team | Mo te timaIf you want to be part of a team that is all about helping to build successful individuals, and in turn building strong, healthy families and communities then we would love to hear from you.MSD is transforming how services are designed and delivered, with technology playing a key role in creating simpler, more connected experiences for New Zealanders.The Ministry of Social Development has one of the largest government department groups in the country. This leads to a wide range of challenges in IT Security, and we are seeking a Senior IT Security Analyst to join our busy Security Operations team and IT Security Programme to help keep the Ministry safe.About the role | Mo te tungaDo the challenges of IT Security excite you? Do you have a technical background in IT Security with an interest in problem solving? Can you provide thought, technical and people leadership. Then you may be the kind of person we are looking for.Our team works closely with both the Information Technology and Governance Risk and Compliance teams to ensure the Ministry has a secure technical infrastructure and information controls. This means you'll have a wide range of platforms and technologies to learn, monitor and provide security guidance to secure. It's a challenging, varied, fast-paced work environment, with on-going professional development.As a team, we are responsible for a significant amount of penetration testing, with our transformation programme adding to this. Were looking for an organised individual who can lead the organisation of this, working with stakeholders, and keeping on top of requirements.Additionally, you will have the opportunity toUnderstand and prevent the ever-changing theats to our services through monitoring for anomalous systems and staff behaviourTriage and analyse IT security incidentsEngage with specific projects, offer advice, and help with the delivery of solutionsHelp to support and implement standard operating procedures, and awareness/educational material for staffBuild strong working relationships across MSD and the IT community including the CISO teamManage and support our security products ensuring that they are up-to-date and working optimallyDevelop and deliver reporting as required regarding events, issues, and monthly updates.This is a hands-on technical role working in a 24x7 environment. The role includes being part of an on-call roster afterhours/weekends and public holidays.The position offers a challenging, varied, fast paced work environment, on-going professional development, and the opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of New Zealanders.What you bring | Ou pumanawatangaPrevious experience as a Junior IT Security Analyst or similar looking to specialise further within in securityAn organised approach, with strong communication and stakeholder skillsStrong knowledge of IT security terminology, platforms, penetration testing, and common security threatsKnowledge in vulnerability management processes and toolsExperience in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating IT security risks and a familiarity with security framework and best practices for compliancePrevious experience fostering collaborative relationships across organisationsA proven ability to implement security measures, translate policies into documented standards, and drive security initiatives to completionA self-starting approach, able to see where improvements are needed, and propose, lead, and implement changeAbility to produce formal reports for both technical and non-technical audiencesA strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to tackling complex security challenges and delivering effective solutions.We value diversity and encourage and welcome applications from people who have different life experiences. Your perspective could help us make better security decisions!Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga TungaThe Position Description for this role can be found here: Position Description.Salary | Utu-a-tau: $103,846.00 - $125,998.00Applications close | Ka kati nga tono hei te: Tuesday 3rd November.About us | Mo matouThe Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities.As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.How to apply | Me pehea te tuku tonoBefore you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitmentTo apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at [e-mail] MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.Joining us | Ko te hono maiJoining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.Find similar jobs:Information Technology Jobs