Information Security Consultant | Wellington CityThis is an exciting time for us as we look to implement and embed our "Resilience and Assurance" operating and service delivery model. This model intends to drive greater consistency, quality, and accountability for the services we deliver by putting more emphasis on "the way we deliver services", and on lifting broader capability.
The Information Security Consultant is responsible for conducting security assurance activities for the Ministry. They contribute in a range of areas include conducting security risk assessment, audits, technical validation, and conducting certification activities. They also provide security expertise and assist in security awareness campaigns and being a SME in information security. The role is expected to provide these services in line with Ministry and government information security and risk management policies and standards.
Key responsibilities:
Security Assurance is the focus of the role, and the Information Security Consultant will conduct the following:Write security risk assessmentsReview reports from third partiesAssist and run risk workshopsConduct regular security assurance activities including tasks such as access reviews, configuration reviewsAudit the implementation of solutionsStrong written and verbal communications skills are required to be able to effectively communicate with stakeholders throughout the Ministry. The Information Security Consultant is expected to be able to communicate findings and risk positions to a range of staff including project teams and management.
The Information Security Consultant will have a core knowledge in information security and be willing to work on expanding this. They will participate in training to upskill, and regular knowledge sharing within the team. We invite you to be part of a team that is focussed on empowering people to succeed and delivering high quality consulting services that add real value to our customers by helping manage their cyber risk.
We invite you to be part of a team that is focussed on empowering people to succeed and delivering high quality consulting services that add real value to our customers by helping manage their cyber risk.
To be successful in the role you will have:
Experience in cyber security consultancy, risk and assurance and information security managementGood understanding of the information and technical security issues faced by large enterprise organisations and the security industryStrong team player with demonstrable track record in performing risk and assurance projects such as Certification and Accreditation (C&A) of systems and servicesFantastic attention to detail, time management, stakeholder management and multi-tasking capabilitiesProactive customer and business focussed approachAt Te Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we are committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.
The Security Assurance team is accountable for the Ministry's ICT and information security risk and assurance. We are part of the greater Resilience and Assurance Services (RAS) team. RAS maintain and assure protective security and privacy strategy, policy, guidelines and processes to ensure that protective security (including cyber security, physical security and personnel security) and privacy risk across Te Tahu o te Ture is understood and managed appropriately.
We facilitate the security assurance processes to ensure that information security risks are identified and mitigated appropriately throughout the project lifecycle and operational processes. We also assist in maintaining security policies and processes and provide user awareness training on day-to-day activities to ensure everyone at the Ministry has access to information that allows them to perform their jobs safely.
In our security assurance team, we offer flexible working model (a hybrid work-from-office and work-from-home), focus on professional development of our people and ensure a good work-life balance.
Joining Te Tahu o te Ture means you will become part of an organisation that welcomes and supports people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities and religions. Hybrid working environment (work from office/ work from home)Online professional development portal and opportunities for specialised training and developmentContributions to prescriptions for glassesAccess to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks, including Pacifica, Maori, Rainbow and Women's.Free and confidential counselling sessionsThe appointing salary for this role will be $103,226 - $144,034 based on skills and experience.
Tono mai/How to Apply To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close on 23 April 2024, however we will be reviewing CV's as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
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