Technical Leader Cryptanalysis Operations at Government Communications Security Bureau, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

The secret to our success is our people. While we are ordinary people, we are not all the same. We welcome diversity, in all its forms, in fact we consider it a strength. Join us and work at the heart of national security to protect New Zealand and New Zealanders.

We are seeking a Technical Leader for our Cryptanalysis Operations Team which can be based in Wellington or Auckland.

This team is responsible for the design, implementation, and automation of sensitive techniques and software that enable analysts to make the most of available data. We use sensitive processes, capable hardware, and smart people to reveal intelligence from data.

The Technical Leader will direct and oversee software development projects, help shape the team's long-term strategy and ensure the team remains engaged with customer needs. And ensure the functions and capabilities of the team remain relevant in a changing technological environment.

International engagement with partner agencies is an important responsibility of this role, and there are opportunities for short and longer-term international travel. Some domestic travel may be required also.

Our ideal candidate will be a motivated people leader with technical skills to drive and develop the team's technical expertise. You will also be responsible for coordinating the Intelligence Directorate's operational response to urgent, or complex, customer needs to ensure the security and wellbeing of New Zealand.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a strong foundation of technical and analytical skills
• Identify innovative and unique opportunities to drive the development of the intelligence mission
• Build, maintain, and leverage strong relationships to respond to and anticipate the needs of the mission
• Enjoy working in a collaborative and creative work environment
• Have a passion for developing people

We are a diverse team of dedicated people who are mission-driven, and enjoy the unique and important work we get to do - you cannot do this type of work anywhere else.

We offer comprehensive benefits, flexibility and work-life balance. If you have questions about working with us, we've busted the most common myths - check out our myth busting booklet https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting

To be eligible for employment within the NZIC you must have been a NZ citizen for at least 10 years. Alternatively you must hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years.

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 a 15 year checkable background in countries where meaningful and reliable checks can be undertaken. Where requisite checks are unable to be made, the candidate application may not be able to be progressed.

Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance. Please note that this tool is not part of the formal security clearance process: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we ask that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality. You are expected to exercise discretion during the recruitment process and throughout your career.