Government Security Principal, New Zealand

4 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand SAP Full time

**We help the world run better**

**Please Note**: Must be a Citizen of New Zealand and be able to successfully achieve and maintain a security clearance, as issued by the New Zealand Government to at least a Secret level.

**PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES**

SAP Government Security and Secrecy (GS2) organization is part of the SAP CEO Board Area. This organization ensures strict liability fulfilment of customers’ national security requirements, business enablement in sensitive industries and compliance with Critical Infrastructure as well as Telecommunication regulations for SAP world-wide. SAP GS2 unit is looking for a “Government Security Director NZ (f/m/d)”.

**EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS**
- Fulfil the role of a Government Security & Secrecy Officer for SAP NZ Ltd under national NZ security programmes and initiatives, including as promulgated through Department of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Defence
- Act as an internal trusted advisor to ensure protection of SAP’s business in NZ, involving national and public security agencies within the public sector, its supply chain and related strategic sensitive markets including, but not limited to, Aerospace & Defence, Healthcare, Utilities, Cyber Security and National Critical Infrastructure protection
- Establish and maintain effective internal communications protocols and procedures to manage obligations for industrial security in support NZ national security programmes and initiatives
- Inform and advise SAP’s NZ businesses to enable compliance with related global SAP policies
- Establish working relationships with customers’ senior security representatives and security authorities in NZ
- Facilitate security clearances and Requests for Visit in accordance with multi
- and bi-lateral security treaties and instruments
- Leverage industry experience in support of SAP sales strategies and Deal Approval Risk Assessments
- Build and maintain a strong network of contacts in relevant authorities and security organisations and with other security professionals for the benefit of SAP as a trusted partner within the local markets
- Contribute to constant improvement of SAP’s operations and capacity to support customers in highly regulated markets

**EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES**
- Significant management and executive experience working in a security function in ministries/agencies or companies operating in a national security setting
- Attainment of undergraduate/postgraduate academic, or relevant professional qualifications is highly desirable, particularly in related disciplines including, but not limited to, Information Security, Cyber Security or Risk Management
- The sensitivities of the relationships with NZ Government mean that NZ citizenship and permanent residency in NZ is highly desirable

**Essential knowledge, skills, and experience**
- Excellent organisational planning skills
- Experience in document safeguarding and information assurance, including as defined in NZ Government security policy, including Security Policy Frameworks (NZ ISM) and or any other relevant NZ Policy/Legislation
- Excellent communication and influencing skills with government authorities and security organisations
- Excellent communication & presentation skills pitched to all levels, including executive management, in a multicultural setting, are essential
- Demonstrable experience and proven track record in heavily regulated markets with an existing network of stakeholders
- Programme/project management qualifications are highly regarded

**Further highly desirable knowledge, skills, and experience**
- Controlled goods/information registration and ongoing management such as ITAR/EAR regulations
- Physical and site security, as defined in NZ Government security policy, such as Site Physical Security Installation or Design and subsequent certification experience
- The role is not technical, but an appreciation of common technical security measures, particularly for Information Security and Cyber Security, is highly regarded

**LOCATION**

Role can be based in either Auckland or Wellington locations in New Zealand.

**EXPECTED TRAVEL**

10-50%

**We build breakthroughs together**

**We win with inclusion**

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.

**EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability**:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender

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