Operational Technology Architect

New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day. We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.

We’re working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver ‘Our Business’ and achieve long-term change.

Operational Technology Architect - Device Repair and Recovery

• Based in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, or Dunedin
• Police Employee
• Permanent, Full-Time
• Salary starting from $102,808
• Nationally Advertised Vacancy
• JR 5471836

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Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join our Digital Forensics Unit, located in one of New Zealand’s four major centres — Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, or Dunedin — where we play a vital role in supporting criminal investigations through the extraction and analysis of digital devices. This position is central to our mission and offers the opportunity to innovate and develop solutions to the complex challenges of accessing data from modern technology.

In this role, you’ll apply your technical expertise to analyse and manipulate hardware systems, helping investigators access critical information. You’ll be involved in repairing damaged devices, researching emerging tools and techniques, and tackling the evolving challenges posed by mobile phones, IoT devices, and other digital platforms.

We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about technology and driven by innovation. You’ll also can share your knowledge by designing and delivering training to staff across the country, contributing to the growth of digital forensic capability nationwide.

Key Accountabilities :

He aha taau e kawe mai | What you’ll bring

While technical skills, knowledge, and experience are important, we also place high value on your mindset, your alignment with our values, and your ability to contribute to high-performing teams. Whether you're leading others or leading yourself, we’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.

We’re seeking someone with hands-on experience in repairing and recovering data from damaged or complex devices. This could come from a background in mobile phone repair, electronics design, or a relevant qualification in electrical, mechatronic engineering, or another technology-related field.

You’ll be confident working with tools and techniques such as :

You’re a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, capable of working independently and as part of a team. Often, there won’t be a manual — you’ll need to develop your own methods to access and repair damaged devices. This is a role where you’ll have the freedom to innovate and make it your own.

Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements

This role is Individual Contributor / Emerging Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements

Mo tātou | About us

New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government’s largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.

Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.

The work you’ll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.

To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser :

https : / / www.police.govt.nz / sites / default / files / pd / 05-2022 / technical_security_architect.pdf

Working Flexibly

Your wellbeing inside and outside of work is important to us. We’re open to discussing flexible working options that work for both you and the business.

For more information on the above, please copy and paste this URL : https : / / www.police.govt.nz / careers

Tono ināianei | Apply now

If this position sounds like you, click apply now. You will be required to submit an application form and a chronological list of previous roles that covers the role title and the date / duration (this is a mandatory requirement and replaces a CV).

Please use the link below to see an example of the correct CV format : https : / / tenone.police.govt.nz / media / 15377

Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken. For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL : https : / / www.police.govt.nz / careers

If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $102,808 and $108,894 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.

Please note : Deadline for applications is 5 : 00 pm on Wednesday 17th September. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact mark.cain@police.govt.nz