Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.
At the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) | Te Tira Tiaki, our mission is to protect and enhance Aotearoa New Zealand's security and wellbeing. We provide Signals Intelligence and Cyber Security and resilience to organisations of national significance to successfully navigate in an unpredictable world.
The role
Are you enthusiastic about working with technology, and want to take that energy into a unique and interesting environment? Do you want the opportunity to expand your IT / engineering skills into other areas? Are you interested in being part of an organisation that is committed to the security and well-being of New Zealand?
If the answer to these questions is yes, you need to seriously consider working for us at our data centre in Auckland.
You will join a technology centric team who collectively do amazing things to support an important service to the country with computing and technology, but you should also be comfortable solving complex problems on your own and taking responsibility for the literal machinery of Government. You'll know that when the Architects and Engineers dream up an idea, you'll be the one who will make it work and that good uptime figures will be thanks to you.
You will have some skills that we are definitely looking for such as;
- Work experience with IT hardware and cabling.
- System monitoring and response.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electrical systems
And you might have familiarity with some of the following areas that aren't essential but would definitely be useful:
- Installation and maintenance of a range of technical equipment
- Updating and production of system documentation
- Linux and Windows administration
- Electrical and electronics systems
- Operating Building Management Systems
Plus, it would also be helpful for you to have some understanding of:
- Networking concepts
- Mechanical systems such as chillers, generators and air handlers
- Working in a secure environment
- Engineering for resilience and reliability
This is a role that operates on a shift roster to support 24/7 coverage. That's not for everyone, but for those who what to take advantage of the opportunities (both social and financial) that it brings, this could be for you.
Why work for us
Alongside getting to work alongside our talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include:
- Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages
- Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver
- Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave
- Childcare allowance for your preschoolers
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community
- Flexible working options, and great work-life balance
Before you apply
Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.
You must:
- Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years
OR
Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years
- Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance
- Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
- Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.
Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool
The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.
We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting