Cyber Security Principal

• Central city location, modern digital platforms, and public-facing initiatives
• $100k-$125k salary range + benefits, full-time permanent role
• Tight-knit, technically sound team within a supportive and welcoming environment

Champion and improve cyber security operations across infrastructure, applications, and organizational awareness!

What our client can offer:
You will join a values-driven digital technology team in the heart of the city. Their environment is defined by shared accountability, practical delivery, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing. You’ll work alongside professionals who care about their craft and the outcomes they deliver. This role offers the autonomy to promote and deliver a security programme, while also contributing directly to operational delivery and team development. This employer offers a family friendly, flexible and people focussed work environment that employees value being a part of. 

What you will do:
This role will first and foremost draw upon your communication and  people skills as you build trust and rapport throughout the organsiation.. You will champion the design and execution of the organisation’s information security strategy, including the development and implementation of robust policies, controls, and procedures. You will monitor and report on the effectiveness of security measures and respond to threats as they arise. Risk identification and mitigation will form a key part of your responsibilities, along with internal auditing and compliance assurance. You’ll be expected to deliver security training programmes and cultivate a culture of security awareness across the organisation. You will also act as a point of reference for internal stakeholders, advising on architectural decisions and working practices related to security. 

Skills and experience we are looking for:

• Excellent communication, consultative and relationship building skills 
• Minimum five years in cybersecurity roles, with three years in infrastructure or network operations
• Familiarity with NZISM, Essential 8, NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, or GDPR
• Strong experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure-based infrastructure
• Proven track record developing and embedding policy frameworks and risk controls
• Background in cyber incident response, investigation, and reporting
• Experience leading internal and external security audits and assurance activities
• Ability to lead awareness campaigns and mentor others in secure practices

Candidates MUST hold New Zealand working rights AND be based in or able to relocate to Christchurch.

What to do next:

• Apply using the Apply button on this page

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