Cyber Security Analyst

Job Type : Permanent | Full Time

Location : Christchurch, New Zealand

Job Category : IT

Monitor and respond to cyber threats across the organisation

Join a team committed to environmental stewardship and innovation

Enjoy flexible work options and professional development opportunities

About Environment Canterbury

Waitaha - our Canterbury region - is like no other and we are proud to call it home.

We have the privilege of working with Papatipu Runanga, stakeholders and our wider community to protect our environment, including water, land and air through regulation and planning.

As a Regional Council we're responsible for flood protection, public transport, civil defence, and more.

Together we're taking action to shape a thriving and resilient Canterbury, now and for future generations.

Toitu te marae o Tane, toitu te marae o Tangaroa, toitu te tangata | if the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive.

About the Role

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you'll safeguard Environment Canterbury's digital technology assets by monitoring, analysing, and responding to cyber threats.

You'll implement security frameworks, maintain compliance, and promote cyber awareness across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Investigating and responding to security alerts and incidents

Performing vulnerability assessments and recommending remediation

Supporting penetration tests and audits to validate security controls

Collaborating with internal teams to embed security-by-design principles

Delivering cyber security awareness training and guidance

About You

You're a proactive problem-solver with strong technical expertise and a passion for cyber security.

You thrive under pressure and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience

A tertiary qualification in IT, Cyber Security, or related field

Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+)

At least 2 years' experience in cyber security roles and 3 years in IT operations

Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, firewalls, endpoint security, and cloud platforms

Experience with Microsoft's cybersecurity suite (e.g., Defender, Sentinel) and cloud platforms like Azure preferred.

Knowledge of frameworks such as NZISM, ISO

• , and NIST

Working at Environment Canterbury

Our Mahi Is Underpinned By Our Values

Kaitiakitanga (stewardship)

Pononga (integrity)

Manaakitanga (people first)

Whanaungatanga (collaboration)

Maiatanga (can do)

We understand and embrace a diverse workforce; this diversity will enable us to better serve our people, our community, and our greatest taonga, the environment.

We value everyone's contribution, diverse thinking, and skills.

We're on a journey to become a treaty partner of excellence, including incorporating te ao Maori into our work.

We offer supportive opportunities to develop capability in this area and encourage our people to use kaupapa Maori, matauranga Maori, and te reo Maori in our daily work.

We welcome you with an open heart & mind, wherever you are on your personal te ao Maori journey.

Additional Information

For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Chris McClement on

Applications close on Wednesday 12 November.

Applications will be reviewed as we receive them, and interviews may take place before the close date.

We reserve the right to close advertising early.

Short-listed candidates will be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, and a criminal check.

Further background checking will be required when relevant to the role.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

Hours of Work

Permanent full-time position 40 hours per week – from time to time, as required, the role may require work outside of normal work hours for emergency and flood response and to represent Environment Canterbury at meetings and events with partners, other agencies, and the community.

Location

This position is predominantly based at 200 Tuam Street, Christchurch.

Salary

The indicative salary range for the role is $74,306 to $91,790 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

The specific salary will be discussed at interview stage.

Me mahi tahi tatou - Together we can

(This statement could remain as motto; include if wanted.)

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