Information Security Manager

• Sound people and thought leadership
• Effective communication skills
• Governance & Risk Expert balancing pragmatism in risk management
• Delivery Centric prioritising what is important to Aucklanders

He angitūtanga: The opportunity
As the Information Security Manager, you will oversee the supervision and development of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) specialists within the CISO office. As a Leader, you will formulate and maintain the Information Security Policy with our associated Standards and Guidelines, manage our ICT Risk Register, complete reporting on the risk profile, and ensure sustained adherence to our PCI DSS standards.

You will also be involved in coordinating our Security Awareness programs throughout Auckland Council, provide valuable support to the Security Consultants and Architects about integrating Auckland Council security policies to their current key ICT projects. This role is critical and essential for Auckland Council to ensure we fortify our digital defenses and uphold a resilient security framework.

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He kōrero mōu: About you
We are looking for candidates who possess a strong blend of leadership and people management skills, coupled with effective interpersonal capabilities for seamless communication, rapport-building, and negotiation across diverse organizational levels. Demonstrating expertise in Governance, Information Security, Compliance, and Risk Management, you should have a high degree of business acumen and can balance pragmatism and prescription through effective risk management.

Tertiary-level qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent industry certification, or extensive relevant business experience, are prerequisites. If you have a decade of experience in Information Security, including 5+ years in a leadership role within political or highly complex organizations, and can showcase a track record of successful GRC management in medium to large, complicated organizations then this role is for you.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a city we are proud of for our ratepayers and residents.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and be a part of a friendly and collaborative team that is dedicated to our customers. You will receive dedicated training and development to help build your career and on top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. To view some of these benefits please click this link.

Me Tono Ināianei!: Apply Now!

If you have any queries you wish to clarify, please email me directly on kennedy.sua@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Applications close Sunday 19 May 2024

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.