We are desiring to recruit a remarkable Senior IT Security Analyst to join our awesome team at Ministry of Social Development in Wellington.Growing your career as a Full Time Senior IT Security Analyst is a remarkable opportunity to develop essential skills.If you are strong in project management, persuasion and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Senior IT Security Analyst at Ministry of Social Development today!About usThe Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whanau and communities.As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Maori, whanau, hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.Senior IT Security Analyst Auckland or Wellington basedDo the challenges of IT Security excite you rather than worry you? Do you have a technical background in IT Security with an interest in problem solving? Then you may be the kind of person we are looking for.The Ministry of Social Development has one of the largest IT Groups in the country. This leads to a wide range of challenges in IT Security and we are seeking an IT Security Analyst to join our busy IT Security team and IT Security Programme to help keep the Ministry safe.Our team works closely with both the Infrastructure & Core Software and Digital teams to ensure the Ministry has a secure technical infrastructure. This means you'll have a wide range of platforms and technologies to learn to secure. It's a challenging, varied, fast-paced work environment, with on-going professional development.As an IT Security Analyst, you will focus onThe ever-changing threats to our servicesMonitoring systems and staff behaviourTriage and analyse IT Security incidentsSpending time involved in specific projects offering advice and helping the delivery of solutionsSupporting and guiding other security analystsTechnical design review of new solutionsHelping to create new training and educational material for staffBuilding strong working relationships across MSD and the IT community including the CISO teamThis is a hands-on technical role working in a 24x7 environment. The role includes an on-call roster.About youYou are an IT professional with security experience and enjoy tackling challenging problems to find solutions. You have experience with security monitoring and response, implementing solutions and are familiar with the latest technology and trends in the security environment.We value perspectives from people who have different life experiences and we particularly encourage you to apply if you're from a group who is under-represented in technology.Your perspective could help us make better security decisions!The position offers a challenging, varied, fast paced work environment, on-going professional development, and the opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of New Zealanders.If you want to be part of a team that is all about helping to build successful individuals, and in turn building strong, healthy families and communities then we would love to hear from you.Shortlisting may start prior to the closure date.Existing government security clearance or the ability to gain and maintain such a clearance is a requirement for this role. Please see this link to the public NZSIS information for further information about the vetting process for national security clearances:BenefitsWe offer structures and tools such as:Flexible working arrangementsHealth InsuranceVision careMSD Wellbeing Plan and Learning and CapabilityStudy Assistance to support our people and their developmentPosition Description To support our people's professional development, we're implementing the SFIA capability framework. This includes translating our Position Descriptions to align with the framework. We'll keep you informed of any updates to this Position Description during the recruitment process.Salary range: $102,348.00 - $124,203.00 How to applyTo apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key responsibilitieslisted in the position description.All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at View email address on jobs.msd.govt.nzInternal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.Closing date:Wednesday the 13th September 2023Joining usJoining MSD means being part of a whanau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents. We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive, and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. We are a Treaty partner committed to strengthening relationships with Maori, Hapu, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.MSD has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that encourages, but does not require, employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and its variants, unless the role is identified as requiring vaccination at the time.Benefits of working as a Senior IT Security Analyst in Wellington:? Opportunity to Make a Difference? Professional Development Opportunities? 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