Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analyst / Kaitātari Tāhaumaru Pārongo
- Full-time

**Company Description**:
We believe that if we want to be a world class Kiwi Company, we shouldn’t just employ people, divide them into functional departments and tell them what to do. Instead, we defined a purpose - to solve what matters for our customers and their moving world - and go about achieving this by setting clear goals and expectations and embracing diversity of thought.

At Z, Customer Experience is at the heart of everything we do - our strategy, capability development and investment decisions. We're creating and continually developing products and digital channels our customers will love and that make their lives easier.

At Z, information is a key component of delivering a world class customer experience. This role keeps our and our customers’ information secure whilst building a security framework that provides the ability for us to innovate in a secure way. As an Information Security Analyst / Kaitātari Tāhaumaru Pārongo you will be part of a diverse and passionate team ensuring our data and systems are secure and available when and where they are needed.

We are committed to moving for the times and our Digital journey is part of this. Our team is growing, this newly created role is a great opportunity to use your technical know how, problem solving skills and love of all things related to Information Security at Z

**You will have the opportunity to**
- Contribute to and guide the delivery of information security initiatives
- Provide advice and knowledge to build awareness and accountability of information security
- Develop security standards and best practices and recommend enhancements
- Stay up to date and communicate to the team and wider business the latest information technology security trends
- Take ownership of information security programmes (e.g. vulnerability/patch management, risk management etc)

**Qualifications**:
**What you’ll bring to Z**
- 4+ years experience in information security roles bringing experience with several security domains
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to relay technical information to non-technical stakeholders
- The ability and desire to teach and engage people about information security
- A team approach and the desire to contribute and work alongside a knowledgeable and fun bunch of people

And of course, you’ll be passionate about what matters to Z, embracing and living our values to help us deliver on our aspirations and broader commitment to Aotearoa New Zealand.

**Additional Information**:
**What we can offer you**
- A competitive remuneration package including short-term incentive (bonus) plan, medical insurance for you and your family, enhanced employer contribution for KiwiSaver
- Generous leave provisions including enhanced sick leave, parental leave benefits and the option to buy additional leave
- The balance of hybrid working, enjoy some of your week at home and some in our welcoming office space
- The opportunity to contribute and be part of a supportive team that is here to make a difference
- A chance to build your own capability through learning from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable people who have a desire to share their insights along with access to upskilling opportunities and career development across the organisation
- Two days a year to do Good in your Hood, though our volunteering scheme, a chance for you to help others in your community in a meaningful way to you

The base salary range for this role is $95,455 to $112,300 per annum, plus 15% bonus based on company performance, a 5% KiwiSaver employer contribution and health insurance through Southern Cross.

**Why Z?**

Z is a dynamic and innovative Kiwi company that provides energy solutions for today while working on playing our part in Aotearoa’s shift towards a low-carbon future - a transition that we’re passionate about.

Being proudly Kiwi, we’re up for challenging the status quo, stand-up for what we believe is right and most importantly, we back our team to bring their true selves to work every day. Our flexible working approach and Rainbow Tick and Gender Tick accreditations - backed by our strong company values, Stand Up Tū Kaha, Speak Out Tū Maia, Side by Side Tū Kotahi - have created an open and inclusive workplace that promotes personal development, and is underpinned by a desire for our people and our communities to succeed.

We’re distinctive in our approach and if you’re up for a challenge, we’d love you to be part of it. If this sounds like a place you believe you can add value and grow your own capability, then make sure you read **Our Why**, it’s our founding document and provides further insights in what it means to part of the Z whānau. If Z feels like a good match for your head and your heart, come join us for one heck of a journey

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Applications close**:Sunday 26th M