Product Owner - Cyber Security

Product Owner – Cyber Security to lead the development and management of security products and services

Hybrid role with flexible working based in Auckland Central. Minimum 3 days per week in office

Salary will be $119,357 to $147,440 + KiwiSaver contribution

Role Overview

We are looking for a Product Owner – Security to join our Product Management Practice in a permanent full‑time role. In this role you will be responsible for leading the development and management of security products and services that support Auckland Council’s cyber resilience. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders to ensure security priorities are well understood, balanced, and delivered to meet organisational outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as a PO or in a related role
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices such as SIEM, SOAR, incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management
• Familiarity with security frameworks e.g. NIST, ISO 27001, etc.
• Experience working with one or more security tools and platforms (e.g. Splunk, CrowdStrike, Mimecast, or similar)
• Strong stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills, particularly when working across different business units
• Experience in prioritising and managing a product backlog aligned to business outcomes

Benefits

Auckland Council offers a range of employee benefits and proudly supports flexible working options where possible.

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Background

Auckland Council is the largest local government council across Oceania, serving over 1.7 million people and contributing towards making Tāmaki Makaurau an Auckland we can all be proud of.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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