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Senior Advisor Digital Assurance and Compliance
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Wellington Central, Wellington
Business/Systems Analysts (Information & Communication Technology)
Full time
$110,000 – $125,000 per year
Posted +h ago
Ko wai mātou - About EPL
Rārangi Utu ā-Mātauranga - Education Payroll Limited (EPL) is a Crown entity that delivers pay to schools and kura on behalf of the Ministry of Education. With around 200 employees, we deliver one of the largest and most complex payrolls in Australasia.
The combination of great people and cutting-edge technology enable us to pay around 100,000 teachers and support staff across around 2,500 schools accurately and on time every fortnight. That’s approximately $283 million a fortnight and $7.4 billion per annum.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Senior Advisor, Digital Assurance and Compliance is an expert in security related disciplines who will provide technical, strategically aligned, practical ICT security advice and direction.
The role is a significant contributor and is accountable for the compliance with information security policies, standards and procedures and will lead the certification and accreditation of systems and services.
If successful, you’ll be appointed between $110,000 and $125,000 per annum depending on experience and capability.
Because of the highly collaborative nature of our work, Education Payroll is primarily an office-based workplace. Our office is in central Wellington, close to the train station for an easy commute. We do offer flexible working arrangements after our people the initial onboarding period.
Key accountabilities:
Ensure quality is incorporated into all ICT security and risk management activities and deliverables
Contribute to an increase in the maturity of Digital/ICT tools, processes and security capability
Plan, schedule and deliver the agreed security reviews as per the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) backlog and pipeline.
Lead the broader risk management processes and governance for the digital and technology team
Kōrero mōu - About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
5+ years’ experience in a related role
Experience in NZ Government Certification and Accreditation processes
Understanding of IT practices and frameworks including System Development Life Cycle, Change Management, Risk and Project Management
A solid understanding of PSR, NZISM and NIST
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non technical audience.
Ko ngā uara - Our Values
Kia māmā ake ngā mahi | Make things easier
Mā te mārama ka pai ake | Improve through understanding
Ako mā te mahi | Learn through doing
Te mahi ngātahi | Work as a team
Me whakaute i te tangata | Treat everyone with respect
Me pēhea te tono - How to apply
We’d love to hear why you’ll be a great addition to the team. Please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role through SEEK.
Applications are open until +:00am, Wednesday 23 October 2026. You can find a copy of the position description, our recruitment process and the full range of benefits we offer on our careers site here:
https://educationpayroll.co.nz/work-with-us-mahi-ki-a-matou/
If you have any questions about the role, please contact myHR@edpay.nz
To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in New Zealand.
We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role at the moment.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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Wellington Central, Wellington
Business/Systems Analysts (Information & Communication Technology)
Full time
$110,000 – $125,000 per year
Posted +h ago
Ko wai mātou - About EPL
Rārangi Utu ā-Mātauranga - Education Payroll Limited (EPL) is a Crown entity that delivers pay to schools and kura on behalf of the Ministry of Education. With around 200 employees, we deliver one of the largest and most complex payrolls in Australasia.
The combination of great people and cutting-edge technology enable us to pay around 100,000 teachers and support staff across around 2,500 schools accurately and on time every fortnight. That’s approximately $283 million a fortnight and $7.4 billion per annum.
Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
The Senior Advisor, Digital Assurance and Compliance is an expert in security related disciplines who will provide technical, strategically aligned, practical ICT security advice and direction.
The role is a significant contributor and is accountable for the compliance with information security policies, standards and procedures and will lead the certification and accreditation of systems and services.
If successful, you’ll be appointed between $110,000 and $125,000 per annum depending on experience and capability.
Because of the highly collaborative nature of our work, Education Payroll is primarily an office-based workplace. Our office is in central Wellington, close to the train station for an easy commute. We do offer flexible working arrangements after our people the initial onboarding period.
Key accountabilities:
Ensure quality is incorporated into all ICT security and risk management activities and deliverables
Contribute to an increase in the maturity of Digital/ICT tools, processes and security capability
Plan, schedule and deliver the agreed security reviews as per the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) backlog and pipeline.
Lead the broader risk management processes and governance for the digital and technology team
Kōrero mōu - About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
5+ years’ experience in a related role
Experience in NZ Government Certification and Accreditation processes
Understanding of IT practices and frameworks including System Development Life Cycle, Change Management, Risk and Project Management
A solid understanding of PSR, NZISM and NIST
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non technical audience.
Ko ngā uara - Our Values
Kia māmā ake ngā mahi | Make things easier
Mā te mārama ka pai ake | Improve through understanding
Ako mā te mahi | Learn through doing
Te mahi ngātahi | Work as a team
Me whakaute i te tangata | Treat everyone with respect
Me pēhea te tono - How to apply
We’d love to hear why you’ll be a great addition to the team. Please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role through SEEK.
Applications are open until +:00am, Wednesday 23 October 2026. You can find a copy of the position description, our recruitment process and the full range of benefits we offer on our careers site here:
https://educationpayroll.co.nz/work-with-us-mahi-ki-a-matou/
If you have any questions about the role, please contact myHR@edpay.nz
To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in New Zealand.
We are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role at the moment.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Advisor Digital Assurance and Compliance position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Wellington offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.