Overview
New Zealand's Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet is hiring a Wellington-based Senior Advisor to develop policy and regulatory-system advice for critical-infrastructure cyber security.
Full job description
This full-time fixed-term/secondment role runs until December 2027. Work includes leading components of the cyber-security policy programme, developing evidence-based policy options, preparing regulatory advice and Cabinet/Ministerial material, and working with government, infrastructure-sector and international stakeholders. The role midpoint is NZD 127,883 per year inclusive of KiwiSaver.
Requirements & qualifications
The department seeks significant regulatory-policy experience, delivery of complex policy projects, strong analytical and communication skills, at least five years of work experience and a relevant tertiary qualification. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Special security clearance and current right to work in New Zealand; the official posting explains the citizenship/residency background criteria.
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Verification notes
Verified on the official New Zealand Government Jobs portal. Reference 2183; Wellington; listed 21 August 2026; closes 25 August 2026; fixed term/secondment until December 2027.
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