Senior Cybersecurity Consultant

Datacom

Senior Cybersecurity Consultant leading cybersecurity engagements for important organisations in New Zealand. Focused on strategic outcomes and resilience in cybersecurity posture.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeAuckland • 🇳🇿 New ZealandSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive cybersecurity expertise across governance, risk management, and technology operations, with a strong ability to develop tailored strategies and frameworks. Proven consulting experience with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes and engaging effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

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Cybersecurity GovernanceRisk ManagementNIST CSFv2PCI-DSS ComplianceCybersecurity Audits

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy DevelopmentGovernance Framework DesignCybersecurity AuditsIncident ManagementSecurity Programme TestingPolicy DevelopmentCompliance Programme ImplementationRisk AssessmentThreat AnalysisVulnerability Management

Soft Skills

Client EngagementMentoringKnowledge SharingCommunicationStakeholder Management

Certifications & Qualifications

ISO 27001ISO 27002ISO 27005NIST SP800-53SOC2 Type I/II

Industry Keywords

NCSC Minimum Cyber Security StandardsNZ Privacy Act 2020HISO 10029AU ISMNZ ISMIEC 62443NZ PSRASD Essential 8

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead consulting engagements end-to-end, delivering high-quality outcomes on time and on budget
Develop and present cybersecurity strategies and roadmaps tailored to each organisation's risk appetite and maturity
Design and implement governance frameworks that are practical, sustainable and fit for purpose
Conduct cybersecurity audits and assessments across a wide range of domains and industries
Manage organisational and system-level risk, helping clients understand and prioritise what matters most
Build and test security programmes, including system assurance, third-party/vendor assurance, incident management and security awareness
Develop policies and compliance programmes that stick in the real world
Engage confidently with senior leaders, technical specialists and everyone in between in workshops, writing and one-on-one
Mentor and support the growth of colleagues through knowledge sharing and hands-on guidance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive cybersecurity experience that spans the full breadth of the discipline, from governance and risk through to technology and operations
Demonstrated consulting experience, with a reputation for delivering independently, managing competing priorities and earning client trust from day one
Deep, working knowledge of leading international frameworks including NIST CSFv2, NIST SP800-53, ISO 27001/27002/27005, IEC 62443, PCI-DSS, SOC2 Type I/II and ASD Essential 8
Strong familiarity with New Zealand and Australian local guidance, including NZ PSR, NCSC Minimum Cyber Security Standards, HISO 10029/HISF, NZ ISM, AU ISM and the NZ Privacy Act 2020
Hands-on PCI-DSS experience including scoping, SAQ selection and issuer/processor/acquirer relationship management
The ability to clearly articulate how controls relate to threats, vulnerabilities and business risk

Benefits

Comp & perks

social events
chill-out spaces
remote working
flexi-hours
professional development courses
collegial, flat-structured environment