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Security Operations Manager

Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

The Role

Overview

Lead security operations and incident response for NZTA, driving security uplift.

Key Responsibilities

  • incident response
  • security operations
  • security reporting
  • strategic planning
  • stakeholder management
  • security uplift

Tasks

-Build the capability and resilience of the security operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. -Develop and manage security reporting for the Executive Leadership Team and Board. -Provide subject matter expertise and recommendations to senior leaders and stakeholders. -Lead the strategic planning, development, and implementation of the Security Operations function to grow NZTA’s security operational capability. -Lead NZTA’s security operations and incident response. -Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enable proactive security improvements. -Implement Protective Security Requirements (PSR) uplift within security and technology operations teams. -Build and lead the cyber security incident response function, managing responses to major incidents across the agency and with external partners. -Drive security uplift and best practice across the agency. -Drive security uplift by working with government and external agencies to bring best practice to the team.

Requirements

  • project management
  • risk management
  • cissp
  • cloud security
  • security ops
  • degree

What You Bring

-Previous experience in programme or project management within a large organisation. -Excellent written communication skills, especially for senior audiences -Proven ability to present complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences. -Comprehensive experience in proactive risk management and modern project/technology delivery methodologies. -In-depth understanding of security concepts and their implementation. -Experience delivering uplift in Government’s protective security and information security requirements. -Appropriate industry certifications such as CISSP, GIAC or equivalent. -A relevant degree, and technical or industry qualifications that demonstrate a deep understanding of security and evidence of continuous development. -Significant (5+ years) experience with controls for cloud technology models and information security. -Significant experience (7+ years) as a Security Operations Manager with a national focus, or equivalent demonstrable experience.

The Company

About Nz Transport Agency Waka Kotahi

-Committed to enhancing transport systems for safer and more sustainable roads. -Key focus on improving safety, reducing congestion, and supporting economic growth. -Works on high-impact projects like highway upgrades, bridge construction, and public transport systems. -Partners with local councils, contractors, and government bodies to drive transport innovation. -Focus on long-term projects, including future-proofing infrastructure for urban and rural areas. -Committed to integrating new technologies, like electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Roads and Rail

Commercial Driving

Safety

Walking, Cycling and Public Transport

Planning and Investment

Regulatory

Temporary Traffic Management

Training and Competency

Vehicle Registration

Driver Licensing

State Highway Network Management

Passenger Transport Services

Vehicle Certification

Road User Charges

Land Transport Rules Development

Driver Testing Services

National Advertising and Education Programmes

Land Transport Research

Traffic Information Services

Security Clearance

-must achieve and maintain a nz national security clearance up to secret.