Head Of Digital Security - Tamaki

Head of Digital Security at MIT / Unitec – we seek a visionary and execution-focused leader to guide cyber security strategy and operations across MIT / Unitec.

This role safeguards systems, platforms, networks and data, ensures regulatory and operational compliance, and helps build a modern, resilient security architecture that enables innovation.

The Head of Digital Security will play a strategic role in transforming security into a differentiator and potential revenue stream for MIT / Unitec.

This executive reports directly to the Director - Digital Strategy and Experience and will be a key member of MIT / Unitec.

Overview

The role leads enterprise security initiatives, drives secure-by-design principles, and supports digital transformation with a modern security environment.

Responsibilities

Driving enterprise-wide security strategy and embedding secure-by-design principles

Leading the modernisation of our security environment to support digital transformation

Owning cyber risk management and ensuring regulatory compliance

Championing a strong security culture across staff and learners

Advising executive leadership on resilience and emerging threats

Building scalable, cloud-native security architecture and enabling secure product delivery

This role requires strategic thinking, technical depth, and the ability to influence across the organisation.

About you

Significant leadership (10+ years) across cyber security domains in complex, federated organisations

Experienced in risk management, compliance frameworks, incident response, and security strategy

Knowledge of both cyber-relevant New Zealand compliance standards (e.g. NZISM, PSR, NZ Privacy Act 2020) and industry-recognised standards (e.g. ISO27001, CIS, NIST)

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to executives and boards

Industry certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer) are highly regarded

Proven executive leadership and team building skills

What Success Looks Like

MIT / Unitec has a clear, robust, and adaptive security posture aligned with its digital ambitions

Security is viewed as an enabler of innovation, not just a control function

Executive stakeholders and customers have increasing confidence in MIT / Unitec's cyber resilience and we are considered as the safest and most trusted digital partner by our customers

Security maturity improvements are measurable, and key risks are proactively managed and among the best in the industry

Culture and Values

You will work with incredible people who are passionate about the positive impact we make to the communities we serve.

We value genuine people who care for others, are well-connected, open and approachable, and strive for excellence.

We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

We acknowledge our obligation to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are committed to a culturally sensitive work environment.

How to Apply

See below for a copy of the Job Description and to apply.

If you would like any further information please contact Alison Redfern-Daly, People and Culture,

Job Reference : 29279

Application Close Date : Monday, 6th October, 2025

Please note this role is being advertised across Unitec and MIT career sites; you only need to apply once through one of the career sites.

We welcome applications from New Zealand residents and those legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Disclaimer

This position has been identified as a potential redeployment for kaimahi who have had their position impacted through change.

Therefore, in assessing applications, affected kaimahi will be given preference and priority.

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