Ict Security

An opportunity to shape and drive a comprehensive ongoing information security programme as part of a values lead organisation in the service of New Zealanders
- This new role in our ICT team will ensure information security measures protect Fire and Emergency so we can service New Zealand communities with confidence
- Utilise your skills within a supportive team and make a real difference for New Zealanders

Join the ICT Business Office team within Fire and Emergency New Zealand as ICT Security and Risk Manager and thrive in the opportunities that come with this new role

**Who are we**:
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is a Crown Entity established on 1 July 2017 under the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act 2017. The role of our new organisation is to reduce unwanted fires, respond to structural and vegetation fires and other emergencies including motor vehicle crashes, medical emergencies, hazardous substance related incidents, natural disasters and support increased community resilience.

Our vision is to build stronger communities and protect what matters most to the people within them. We are proud to be recognised as New Zealand’s most trusted public sector agency. Our values reflect what our people believe is core to who we are and the organisation we aspire to be:
We Do the Right Thing - Kia Tika

We Serve and Support - Manaakitanga

We Are Better Together - Whanaungatanga

We Strive to Improve - Auahatanga

**About the role**:
The ICT Security and Risk Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining an organisation wide information security management programme to ensure assets are adequately protected. Responsible for identifying, evaluating and reporting on information security and ICT function risks, promoting and pursuing a control environment that supports the risk appetite of the business and meets compliance and regulatory requirements.

**What you’ll bring to the role**:

- Significant experience in protective security, information security, audit and risk management
- Strong working knowledge of information and cyber security practice
- Demonstrated skills and experience in the promotion and education of risk and internal control management practices at all levels of an organisation
- Demonstrated ability to assess risks associated with assurance related assignments
- Demonstrated experience in advising and supporting people at all levels of large complex organisations
- Experience Influencing senior stakeholders both within and outside an organisation.
- Experience in leading and delivering change - support culture of security and digital risk capability
- Experience leading through influencing other stakeholders.
- A good understanding of the machinery of government and key programme management, planning and performance and performance functions.
- Promotes and models ethical behaviour consistent with Fire and Emergency NZ’s organisational values.
- Working knowledge of Protective Security Requirements published by the NZSIS, New Zealand Information Security Manual published by GSCB, and cloud computing guidance published by the GCDO
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certification Information System Security Professional (CISSP) qualification

**What is on Offer**:
If you’re looking for chance to put your diverse skill set to use in an organisation dedicated to helping our communities, then we’ll provide you with a unique opportunity to utilise your knowledge within a supportive team.
- Attractive remuneration package
- Hybrid working from home and office
- Our employee benefits include matched Kiwi Saver employer contributions of up to 6%
- Life and income protection insurance for eligible employees
- A wellness policy that allows for generous sick leave provisions so you can look after yourself.

**How to apply**: