Principal Cybersecurity Specialist

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Principal Cybersecurity Specialist

• Location: Kelburn
• Type: Permanent
• Post Date: Thu Jan 18 21:41:54 2024
• Ref: 704

• Can you liaise effectively and professionally with customers?
• Have you got experience in a Cybersecurity related role preferably within medium to large IT organisations?
• Do you have a sound knowledge and understanding of Operating Systems, Networking, Applications and enterprise services?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Our core ethical values are respect, responsibility, fairness, integrity, and empathy. These core ethical values are demonstrated in our commitment to sustainability, wellbeing, inclusivity, equity, diversity, collegiality, and openness. With, and as, tangata whenua, we value Te Tiriti o Waitangi, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga, kaitiakitanga, whai mātauranga, whanaungatanga, and akoranga.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is looking for a Principal Cybersecurity Specialist to join the Cybersecurity Group in Digital Solutions on a permanent basis.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

We are looking for a candidate for the role of Principal Cybersecurity Specialist. This role involves leading cybersecurity solutions implementation, collaborating with partners and stakeholders, and significantly influencing the University's cybersecurity architecture. The specialist provides expert technical guidance in various cybersecurity areas, ensuring the effective development and execution of the University's cybersecurity strategy. Key responsibilities also include mentoring junior team members and promoting a continuous improvement culture.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Demonstratable experience in a Cybersecurity related role preferably within medium to large IT organisations.
• Security system design experience in medium to large business environments.
• Proven ability to liaise effectively and professionally with customers.
• Proven ability to establish policies and procedures and create appropriate documentation.
• A solid understanding of networks, firewalls, proxies, SIEM, Cloud, Endpoint controls, DLP concepts and technologies.
• Experience & expertise with Fortinet, Cisco, Microsoft, Azure and SIEM products.
• A sound knowledge and understanding of Operating Systems, Networking, Applications and enterprise services.
• Exposure to Security Orchestration and Automation, Threat Intelligence or Threat Hunting.

In return, we offer:

• A fast-paced environment with plenty of variety.
• The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping your team’s processes and guiding the direction of its work.
• Career development.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and have either citizenship, residency or hold a relevant work visa.

All applications, including those submitted via agencies, must include a cover letter and CV. Any application missing either of these will not be considered.

Role Description

Close Date for Vacancy: 12 February 2024. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Rodrigo Carneiro ([email protected] ). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application Steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form . Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University application form) using the “CV/Resume” button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to [email protected] stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.

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