Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

Datacom; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Continuous learning

Career development

Employee discounts

Meaningful work

Job summary

Datacom is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant to lead high-impact engagements across NZ organisations from Christchurch. You will shape cybersecurity posture, align security outcomes with business strategy, and help clients become more resilient while operating with strategic thinking and technical credibility.

You will work across diverse customers, building trusted relationships, delivering clear, actionable roadmaps, and mentoring colleagues to grow security capability within the team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in cyber security.
• Proven consulting experience and independent delivery.
• Knowledge of NZ and AU security standards.
• PCI-DSS experience is desirable.
• Strong communication with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end security consulting engagements.
• Develop cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps.
• Design governance frameworks tailored to risk appetite.
• Conduct audits across domains and industries.
• Manage risk and prioritize security outcomes.
• Build and test security programs and awareness.
• Develop policies and compliance programs.
• Engage with senior leaders in workshops.
• Mentor colleagues and share knowledge.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

Risk management

Audit and assessments

Security frameworks

NZ/AU guidance knowledge

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Tertiary qualification

Relevant certifications

Tools

ISO 27001 Lead Implementor

CISM

CRISC

NIST CSF

Job description

About us

At Datacom, we combine technology, expertise, and talented people to help organisations thrive in a rapidly changing world. As one of Australasia's leading technology providers, we work with customers across industries to solve real-world problems and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Whether we're supporting governments, enterprise organisations, or growing businesses, we're committed to creating meaningful outcomes for our customers, communities, and each other.

About the Role

Are you a seasoned cybersecurity professional who thrives on turning complex security challenges into clear, actionable outcomes? We're looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Consultantto join our team and lead high-impact engagements for some of New Zealand's most important organisations.

This is a role for someone who can operate independently, earn trust quickly, and bring both strategic thinking and deep technical credibility to every client conversation. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of customers — shaping their cybersecurity posture, aligning security outcomes to business strategy, and leaving organisations genuinely more resilient.

What You Will Do

• Lead consulting engagementsend-to-end, delivering high-quality outcomes on time and on budget

• Develop and present cybersecurity strategies and roadmapstailored to each organisation's risk appetite and maturity

• Design and implement governance frameworksthat are practical, sustainable and fit for purpose

• Conduct cybersecurity audits and assessmentsacross a wide range of domains and industries

• Manage organisational and system-level risk, helping clients understand and prioritise what matters most

• Build and test security programmes,including system assurance, third-party/vendor assurance, incident management and security awareness

• Develop policies and compliance programmesthat stick in the real world

• Engage confidentlywith senior leaders, technical specialists and everyone in betweenin workshops, writing and one-on-one

• Mentor and supportthe growth of colleagues through knowledge sharing and hands‑on guidance

What You Will Bring

• Extensive cybersecurity experience that spans the full breadth of the discipline,from governance and risk through to technology and operations

• Demonstrated consulting experience, with a reputation for delivering independently, managing competing priorities and earning client trust from day one

• Deep, working knowledge of leading international frameworks includingNIST CSFv2, NIST SP800-53, ISO 27001/27002/27005, IEC 62443, PCI-DSS, SOC2 Type I/IIandASDEssential 8

• Strong familiarity with New Zealand and Australian local guidance, includingNZ PSR, NCSC Minimum Cyber Security Standards, HISO 10029/HISF, NZ ISM, AU ISMand theNZ Privacy Act 2020

• Hands-onPCI-DSSexperience including scoping, SAQ selection and issuer/processor/acquirer relationship management

• The ability to clearly articulate how controls relate to threats, vulnerabilities and business risk

Skills

• A natural communicator.Equally comfortable in a boardroom, a technical deep-dive or a facilitated workshop

• Sharp analytical skills for information gathering, evidence collection and system analysis

• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects with strong self-management and professionalism

• Able to define solutions that areeffective, feasible and sustainable— regardless of an organisation's size or maturity

• A genuine understanding of the intersection betweencybersecurity and privacy

• Curious and current. Keep up with emerging threats and developments and know what they mean for NZ organisations

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary or professional qualificationsor relevant experience

• Desirable certifications:ISO 27001 Lead Implementor/Auditor, CISM, CRISC

Culture and benefits

Join a team where you'll be supported to grow your career, prioritise your wellbeing, and make a genuine impact. From industry-leading learning and development opportunities to parental leave, wellbeing support, and employee benefits, we're committed to helping our people thrive both professionally and personally

We're passionate about creating a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to do their best work. Whether you're developing new skills, tackling complex challenges, or collaborating with some of the best minds in the industry, you'll be part of a team that values curiosity, innovation, inclusion, and making a genuine difference.

Why you will love working her

• Paid parental leave

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (DataCare)

• Ongoing learning, certifications, and career development opportunities

• Access to industry-leading learning platforms and future skills training

• Recognition programmes that celebrate great work

• Great employee discounts and financial wellbeing benefits

• Meaningful work that makes a real impact

Eligibility criteria and conditions may apply to some benefits.