Advisor Personnel Security at NZ Defence Force, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will be identifying, assessing and managing personnel security risks as part of the Directorate of Security with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). This is a people focused role which requires continuous engagement with people going through challenging circumstances and determining pathways which will directly affects their lives.

Duties for this role will include:

• Briefing and debriefing command and/or management on existing cases;
• Performing case interviews to understand situations and determine outcomes;
• Writing Security Management Plans to support case decisions;
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to gather information to assist with cases;
• Presenting on subject matter for NZDF personnel, including on camps and bases; and
• Supporting and assisting other team members are required.

Please note: This role will be based in Canterbury, but will require regular travel to other camps and bases as required.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

People are at the heart of what we do. You will need to be able to connect with individuals at a human level, with compassion and discretion to build trust and strong rapports, while still being able to apply sound judgement to determine the best course of action. This role requires strong communication skills with the ability to both speak and write succinctly in order to ensure information is clearly understood and applied by a wide range of people at all levels of the organisation.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience in undertaking complex investigations, risk identification, assessment, and management processes within a government environment;
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Behavioural Science, Security, Policing or proven related experience;
• An understanding and application of relevant policy, procedures, and legislation regarding protective security; and
• The ability to work with discretion and confidentiality, while dealing with a wide range of difficult topics and situations.

Please note: The successful applicant will be required to travel both nationally and internationally.

Mō mātou | About Us

The Directorate of Defence Security (DDS) provides a sustainable and credible security organisation primarily focussed on NZDF's domestic security environment through the provision of a range of protective security policies, services, products and advice.

DDS's purpose is to protect the NZDF from security threats, vulnerabilities and risks that could cause harm to our people, information and capabilities.

Defence Security comprises of Counter Intelligence, Security Delivery, Security Strategy, Policy and Risk, Security Guard Force and Chief of Staff functions. Collectively, these functions work across multiple facets of the NZDF to shape, develop and implement security capability that protects what is important to the Defence Force.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice. 

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family;
• Full time ongoing work;
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000;
• 5 weeks annual leave per year;
• Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.
• Employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in roles in Defence Areas within the Auckland region. We are currently reviewing our Vaccination policy covering civilian employees outside of the Auckland region and will liaise with successful candidates about our policy prior to commencement.

Applications close on Sunday 10 July 2022.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance:

• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance. Ordinarily to obtain this level of clearance candidates must have 15 years of verifiable background history in countries where a meaningful background check can be undertaken and assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.