Type: Fixed Term (6 Months) (Fixed Term or Secondment Opportunity)
Hours: Full time
Business Group: Workplace Services
Team: Security Risk Management
Branch: Enterprise Services
Salary: $81,665 - $101,627
Location: Wellington, Thorndon
6-month Fixed Term / Secondment for Advisor – Personnel Security
Are you passionate about protecting New Zealand’s interests and supporting a secure public sector? We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Workplace Services Group, Security Risk Management Team, as an Advisor – Personnel Security, Security for a 6-month fixed-term role covering maternity leave.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to the Department’s national security clearance lifecycle, provide expert advice, and build strong relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
What You’ll Do
- Assess and process national security clearance applications.
- Guide staff and managers through the clearance process and their ongoing obligations.
- Maintain accurate records, guidance, and procedures.
- Maintain and create guidance, processes, and procedures.
- Monitor and report on personnel security and clearance suitability.
- Conduct debriefs with security clearance holders.
- Liaise with external agencies and stakeholders through our established channels.
- Support continuous improvement of personnel security processes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across all levels of the Department.
- Support the Senior Advisor Personnel Security across the national security clearance lifecycle.
What You’ll Bring
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders.
- Understanding of workflow processes and systems.
- Ability to manage priorities effectively in a team environment.
Desirable Skills
- Experience or familiarity with the Government’s Protective Security Requirements (especially PERSEC).
- Knowledge of risk and assurance frameworks.
- Understanding of the machinery of government.
- Experience delivering agile, customer-centric solutions.
Additional Requirements
This role requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a SECRET level National Security Clearance. To be eligible, you must:
- Be a New Zealand citizen.
- Have a checkable background of at least 10 years.
Learn more about the process and check your eligibility here: Getting and maintaining a national security clearance.
About Us
At the Department of Internal Affairs, we support New Zealanders through a wide range of services. The Enterprise Services Branch provides essential corporate functions including HR, finance, legal, communications, property, security, and more helping our people make the best contribution to New Zealand. The
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to contribute to a secure and resilient New Zealand, we’d love to hear from you.
Application close: 5pm, Wednesday, 6 August, 2025
For more information please contact: Scott LePine - Scott.LePine@dia.govt.nz
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