Technology Security Specialist

4 months ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About us The Ministry of Social Development 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 and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, 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.
These opportunities are available within MSD's Technology, Security, and Identity Team, which is responsible for leading technology security operations, driving the execution, and fostering a culture change for cyber capabilities to be suitable for tactical and emerging needs for MSD's organizational transformation.
Technology Security Specialist - Permanent
2 x Full-time, Permanent positions
**Location**: Primarily based in National Office, Wellington or Auckland location is available for the right person
What you'll be doing | He aha tāu e mahi ana
As a Technology Security Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing specialized and technical advice on technology security matters to our technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors. You will be responsible for ensuring that our solutions are designed with the highest security standards, aligning with MSD's security strategies and policies.
Key Responsibilities | Ngā kawenga matua
- Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. Provide expert security guidance and advice on technology solutions. Develop, maintain, and implement security standards and frameworks. Conduct risk assessments and support security risk management processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote secure design practices. Review new business proposals, offering specialist advice on security implications.

What you'll need to succeed | Ko ngā mea ka hiahiatia e koe kia angitū
Skills and Experiences I He pūkenga tōu
**To be successful in this role, you will bring**:

- Strong knowledge in security controls across various domains, including cloud security (AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365), data security, and identity management. Ability to assess complex security risks and develop innovative solutions. Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or extensive professional experience. Familiarity with industry standards such as NZISM, PCI-DSS, ISO27001, and frameworks like NIST and ACSC Essential Eight. Excellent verbal and written skills to effectively convey complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. A proven track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders and facilitating teamwork. Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies and security practices.

What's in it for you l Nōu te rourou
At MSD, we foster a culture of innovation and collaboration where your ideas and contribution matter. You will join a dynamic team and a supportive work environment that encourages personal growth and professional development. We are working towards Te Ao Māori being embedded in the way we do things at MSD and we would love you to join us on this journey.
Our Core Values | Whanonga pono
Manaaki - We care about the wellbeing and success of people
Mahi tahi - We work together, making a difference for communities
Whanau - We are inclusive and build a sense of belonging and place
Tika me te pono - We do the right thing with integrity
Our values represent who we are and what we stand for. If this appears to you and you are driven, inquisitive, and eager to contribute to our mission of securing information technologies, we'd love to hear from you
Position Description
**Salary range**: $138,534.00 - $168,404.00
How to apply
**Note**: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilities listed in the position description.
**Closing date**: Sunday, 15 September 2024
Joining us
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau 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. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Māori, Hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccinat

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