IT Security Manager

Further improve and optimise our security posture
Ensure the day-to-day operations of the Ministry's security controls
Permanent Wellington based role
Are you an experienced Senior IT Security Manager with good people management skills, aspiring to work with the latest and emerging technology while securing that added job satisfaction of working in the public sector? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

We have successfully transitioned our legacy systems to cloud-based platforms, leveraging Azure and AWS to build a robust, scalable, and secure environment. With our cloud-only architecture now fully operational, we have made significant advancements in Operational Security by implementing proactive threat detection, real-time monitoring, and automated incident response. This role offers the opportunity to further improve and optimise our security posture, ensuring we stay ahead of emerging threats in a dynamic digital landscape at a modern government agency.

Mo m tou | About us

Oranga Tamariki-Ministry for Children has a commitment to putting tamariki and rangatahi at the heart of what we do. In our work, we aim to demonstrate these values:

We put Tamariki first
We believe Aroha is vital
We respect the Mana of people
We are Tika and Pono
We value Whakapapa
We recognise that Oranga is a journey
We are committed to ensuring that New Zealand is the best place in the world to be a child. We are also committed to ensuring Oranga Tamariki partners with hapu, iwi and M ori organisations to find appropriate solutions for tamariki in need.

Mo te tunga | About the role

This is an exciting time to be part of Oranga Tamariki. The IT security team is assisting the business and technology transformation programmes that will help us to deliver our objectives.

The IT security team is part of the broader Tech and Channels assurance team and is responsible for providing the business with assurance that the security risks associated with its use of both information and technology are effectively managed. You will be also responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of the Ministry's security controls, as well as responding to security incidents and events, with support from our managed security service providers.

In addition to this, there is currently an inflight programme of work to further uplift in-house security capabilities with the support of a managed security services provider. As the IT Security Manager, you will provide oversight to the implementation and uplift of these capabilities, and ensure they meet the objectives of Oranga Tamariki.

You will be heading up this team and expanding its vision and capability. This is a rare opportunity to get in virtually on the ground floor, using your drive, innovation and professional expertise, working closely with project and delivery staff, stakeholders and service providers.

For this role, you will have a broad range of experience covering several information security domains and you will be able to effectively communicate, consult and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to ensure that the security objectives of Oranga Tamariki are met. In addition, you will have excellent people management, team building and stakeholder management skills.

Ng pumanawatanga ou | What you will bring

You are a self-motivated, outcome orientated, team player and people manager with demonstratable team leading experience, problem-solving and relationship building skills. Also, you will have proven experience of some of the following:

Significant experience as an IT Security Manager, working in large and complex organisations, ideally government
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
Relevant industry security certifications such as CISSP, CSSP, CISM, CISA, Azure/AWS security certifications
A proven understanding of and experience in:
IT security management and frameworks, (e.g., NZISM, PSR, ISO 27001, SABSA, NIST CSF, SABSA etc.)
ICT assurance practices, (e.g., controls auditing, Certification & Accreditation, Continuous Security Assurance) including the All of Government ICT Assurance guidelines and policies
Cloud computing, especially modern commodity cloud environments such as AWS, Azure and Salesforce
Risk management practices, frameworks and standards (e.g., Security Risk Assessment, Risk Reporting)
Proven people management experience
Strong vendor management experience
Ability to build and maintain constructive relationships with different stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication
Critical thinking & Problem-solving
Work prioritisation and planning, including capability building
Operational IT security assurance, process development and continuous improvement
Cloud security architecture
Cloud computing (especially large cloud environments such as Microsoft 365, Azure, Amazon Web Services, Salesforce)
Cloud migration, cross-cloud integration and cloud-legacy integration
Additional qualities that are desirable for this role

Ability to work from home
Understanding and appreciation of cross-cultural practices in particular; knowledge of tikanga M ori, and Pacific peoples' culture
Nou te rourou | What's in it for you

Oranga Tamariki offer a step-based remuneration package, that offers progression annually for experience through tenure. We offer a vibrant and supportive team, flexible work options and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. We offer significant training and professional development so that you can thrive and grow. We welcome diversity and are committed to working in an inclusive and respectful way. This is your opportunity to apply your skills and experience to the wellbeing of tamariki and rangatahi.

To see all the benefits of working for Oranga Tamariki, please visit https://mahi.orangatamariki.govt.nz/working-with-us/employee-benefits/

Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Apply online with your CV and Covering Letter. If you are an Oranga Tamariki employee already, please ensure you apply with a log in using your Oranga Tamariki email address.

If you have any questions about role, please contact Info_recruit@ot.govt.nz

Hurry as applications for this role close at 5pm on Thursday 28th August

However, we will be reviewing applications and inviting candidates to interview prior to this date, so apply now!

If you are interested in any of our vacancies, please ensure that you make yourself familiar with our code of conduct as it sets out our expectations for our kaimahi and requires you to present at work free from the influences of both drugs and alcohol.