Senior Cyber Security Engineer

2 weeks ago


Westpac on Takutai Square, New Zealand Westpac Full time NZ$90,000 - NZ$150,000 per year

Mō te tūranga | About the Role 
 

The purpose of the Senior Cyber Security Engineer PAM role is to work alongside Westpac's Cyber Security Identity & Access Management Team to complete assessments, identify network vulnerabilities, maintain and support existing privileged access management platform, configure and enhance its existing security features.

Senior Engineers lead the team in performing incident response, documentation and resolution of technical faults related to our Privilege Access Management Platform.

Senior Cyber Security Engineers working within the Cyber Security – Privileged Access Management Squad will be proficient in:

  • Understanding complex technical issues and managing them within a fast-paced business environment.

  • In Depth understanding and experience maintaining PAM software and hardware.

  • Lead the identification of current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats.

  • Pushing the status quo of our PAM platform to ensure it's continuous uplift.

  • Conducting proactive research to analyse security weaknesses and recommend appropriate strategies.

  • Liaising with vendors to implement security solutions.

Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? 

  • Least privileged zero trust and just in time experience.

  • In depth knowledge of Identity Management (Lifecycle, Governance, Access Management, Privileged Access).

  • In depth understanding and experience working with ON-premise & Cloud based Identity Access.

  • Thorough understanding of the Identity & Access Management Market.

  • Forward thinking & Innovative, Challenge the status quo.

  • Thorough understanding of API/Web integrations Working knowledge of standards, frameworks, models, patterns. Formats and protocols (NIST / ISO etc).

  • Understanding of Automation within the IAM space and architecture patterns / runway artefacts.

  • Ability to manage conflicting priorities.

  • Security related certifications (e.g. CISSP, network security certs).

  • Experience operating in an enterprise environment following strict change control procedures, eg Service Now. 

  • Demonstrable knowledge of change, incident, and problem management (ITIL).

  • Previous exposure to Linux and/or Windows Operating Systems, coding languages, and/or Networks.

  • Comfortable working with 3rd parties to solve complex multi-stakeholder issues.

  • Demonstrable knowledge, understanding and application of information security best practice standards and guidelines (e.g. ISO

  • Solid experience creating dashboards/ reports for stakeholders.

  • Experience supporting technical infrastructure in a regulated industry i.e. Financial Institutions, Government Agencies etc.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:

  • 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best

  • Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year

  • Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme

  • Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility

  • Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers

  • School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday

  • 2 Volunteer days per year

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we're working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we've been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

What makes us unique are the incredible people we're lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant 'W' on our building doesn't just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We're a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We're recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you

Tono mai ināianei | Apply Now

Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. 

The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they'll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. 

Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater

Applications close:

13 December 2025

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