Strategic Information Security Advisor & Transformation Leader

Ministry of Social Development NZ; Auckland; On-site; NZD 164,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Social Development NZ in Auckland is seeking a Principal Information Advisor (Information Security) to help lead the Services for the Future Transformation. You will shape information use across MSD, acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and driving strategic security initiatives.

You will connect strategy with practice, communicate clearly, and influence cross‑agency teams to deliver secure, ethical, and impactful information management for New Zealanders.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in information security and risk management.
• Ability to connect strategy to practice and communicate clearly.
• Proven capability to influence leaders and guide teams through complex challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality advice on information strategy, governance, and risk.
• Anticipate future challenges and bring innovative ideas.
• Support development of information strategies and operating models for transformation.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues to influence and enable change.
• Help MSD use information responsibly to improve outcomes for New Zealanders.

Skills

Information security

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Ministry of Social Development NZ in Auckland is seeking a Principal Information Advisor (Information Security) to help lead the Services for the Future Transformation. You will shape information use across MSD, acting as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and driving strategic security initiatives.

You will connect strategy with practice, communicate clearly, and influence cross‑agency teams to deliver secure, ethical, and impactful information management for New Zealanders.