Strategic Security Relationship Manager – External Channels

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Health NZ, Te Whatu Ora, is seeking a Security Relationship Manager to strengthen cyber defence and resilience across the health system. You will lead strategic engagement with senior leaders, partners and external agencies, ensuring cyber priorities are reflected in roadmaps and services.

In this senior role, you will translate complex cyber concepts into clear guidance for executives, oversee key relationships, and drive delivery across the national cyber security function.

Qualifications

• Lead strategic engagement with senior leaders and external agencies.
• Align cyber security roadmaps with organisational objectives.
• Translate security concepts into clear, executive-friendly advice.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen cyber defence and resilience across Health NZ.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Provide clear advice on cyber security risks and priorities.
• Coordinate with security teams to address requirements and risks.

Skills

Relationship management

Cyber security knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Influencing/negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in technology, business or related field

Job description

Health NZ, Te Whatu Ora, is seeking a Security Relationship Manager to strengthen cyber defence and resilience across the health system. You will lead strategic engagement with senior leaders, partners and external agencies, ensuring cyber priorities are reflected in roadmaps and services.

In this senior role, you will translate complex cyber concepts into clear guidance for executives, oversee key relationships, and drive delivery across the national cyber security function.