Security & Risk Engineer at NZ Qualifications Authority, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Security & Risk Engineer 

Permanent- Full Time

• Wellington Based
• Health and fitness reimbursement
• NZQA holidays days each year between Christmas and New Year

Whakatairangatia ngā kete o te mātauranga ki te ao mārama!  E te tai whakarunga, e te tai whakararo, nau piki mai, nau kake mai ki te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa.

May the baskets of knowledge (education) be brought into the world of light.  We welcome one and all to join us at the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

This is more than a traditional security role. 

You'll work across cyber operations, threat management, cloud security, incident response, security architecture, and emerging technology risk. You'll also help shape how NZQA securely adopts AI and other future technologies. 

You will have the opportunity to: 

• Help protect services for New Zealanders 

• Influence security strategy and technology decisions 

• Work with modern security technologies 

• Respond to emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities 

• Contribute to AI security and governance initiatives 

• Collaborate across government and industry security networks 

In this role you will:

• Monitor and respond to cyber security threats and incidents 

• Manage security risks and vulnerabilities 

• Support security operations and threat detection capabilities 

• Provide security advice to projects and business teams 

• Contribute to security awareness initiatives 

• Help deliver secure cloud and digital solutions 
• Support NZQA's AI and cyber security future roadmap 

He āhei āu | What you'll bring to the role

Cyber security is fundamental to protecting the integrity, privacy, and availability of the services NZQA delivers every day. 

If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference, work with great people, and help shape the future of security in a rapidly evolving digital and AI-driven world, we'd love to hear from you. 

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Experience in cyber security, infrastructure, networking, or systems engineering 

• Knowledge of security monitoring, incident response, and risk management 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills 

• A passion for learning and staying ahead of emerging threats 

Experience with CrowdStrike security technologies, SIEM platforms, cloud security, NZISM, or PSR would be an advantage. 

Ngā Painga o NZQA | Why choose NZQA

Join NZQA and help lift quality and trust across Aotearoa New Zealand's education system through world‑class assessment, quality assurance and qualifications. We are passionate about ensuring learners' achievements are recognised, allowing people to fully participate in employment, society and their communities.

NZQA is committed to lifelong learning and the diverse communities we serve. We welcome people from all backgrounds and provide a supportive environment for Māori and Pacific staff, including active networks that help guide and strengthen our strategic direction. 

Discover more about what we offer: NZQA Staff Benefits.

Pēhea te tono mai | How to apply

For more information about this role and NZQA please refer to the job description, NZQA's Customer Charter and Organisational Values. If you are applying/viewing through Seek, please click ‘apply now' to access these links.

If you would like to discuss further, please contact Andrew Wood on Andrew.Wood@nzqa.govt.nz

To apply, please include your CV and cover letter, prior to or latest by 5.00 pm on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.

You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this role.

NZQA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities and welcome applications from everyone who can meet the requirements of the role.