Intelligence Analyst

Overview

Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.

At the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) | Te Pā Whakamarumaru, we are dedicated to our mission of keeping Aotearoa New Zealand and our people safe and secure. We collect and analyse intelligence and security concerns to protect New Zealand from threats such as foreign interference, espionage and terrorism.

We're looking for people with a wide range of skills and qualities to join our team as experienced Intelligence Analysts.

As an NZSIS Intelligence Analyst, you will be at the forefront of providing unique value to New Zealand's national security decision-makers through the delivery of critical intelligence and advice. You will discover, assess and mitigate threats; investigate subjects of national security interest; and support operational activities to keep New Zealand and New Zealanders safe.

Training and opportunities to specialise

This is a role with both variety and opportunities to specialise. You'll receive a range of training along with structured placements in your first year. As you progress in your career, you will rotate through a variety of analytic teams and functions, including :

• Strategic and / or threat analysis
• Investigations
• Operational and tactical analysis.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for experienced Intelligence Analysts with an interest in national security who want to make a difference and are driven by a sense of duty to others. With a strong background in intelligence analysis, you will bring a deep understanding of analytical tradecraft and a demonstrated ability to apply your skills and experience to a variety of complex and challenging tasks. The following qualities are important to us :

Our selection process

If you are shortlisted and progressed through the selection process, you can expect to complete cognitive and psychometric testing, an assessment centre and interview.

Successful applicants will start with us in June 2026 . All roles are Wellington-based.

While we are primarily looking to fill experienced, intermediate-level roles, we have a limited number of Senior Intelligence Analysts positions available for people who can demonstrate the level of skill and experience required and have an established record of thought / practice leadership.

The starting salary for this position is within the following ranges depending on your skills, experience and knowledge. This is a multi-level position, allowing for career progression.

Why work for us

Alongside getting to work alongside our talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include :

Before you apply

Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.

You must :

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

Salary Band G $87,048 (90%) - $111,228 (115%), Band H $103,009 (90%) - $131,622 (115%). Midpoint of the salary range (100%) reflects full competence in the role.

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