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We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver `Our Business' and achieve long-term change.
Technical Product Owner - Identity and Access Management
- Based at Wellington
- Office of Constable/Police Employee
- Permanent - Full Time
- NAV
- JR 5316138
E tu ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e nga ngaru o te wa.
Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face
Mo te tunga | About the role
With a primary hub in Wellington, and a presence throughout the country, NZ Police ICT delivers modern digital solutions both directly and through specialist vendor partnerships. We're on the hunt for a Technical Product Owner to lead the charge in modernising our foundation Identity capabilities. You will be part of a forward-thinking group that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement with a focus on delivering great outcomes to our frontline.
In this newly created role, you'll be the technical product owner for identity and related functions within our ICT landscape. You'll drive the evolution of our foundational identity systems, focusing on both IGA and IAM. This role isn't just about driving maturity; it's about innovating and building a robust, future-proof identity solution that meets our demanding security requirements and enables a complex digital ecosystem.
This is a rare opportunity to lead the delivery of digital identity across a nationally connected organisation driving a forward-looking roadmap that delivers a seamless and secure experience across the enterprise. You will work closely with our security, architecture, and infrastructure groups to deliver practical outcomes.
Key Accountabilities:
- Lead the technical roadmap and product lifecycle for identity services.
- Collaborate with architecture, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure seamless delivery and alignment with enterprise goals.
- Ensure identity services comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Oversee the operational health of identity platforms, including performance monitoring and continuous product improvement.
- Drive automation and self-service capabilities to enhance user experience and reduce operational overhead.
- Evaluate and incorporate identity platforms to enable hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
- Lead the way implementing seamless experiences by driving common identity practices such as single sign on.
- Champion modern identity practices including Zero Trust, conditional access, and identity governance.
- Act as the primary point of contact for identity-related initiatives, ensuring consistent delivery, robust identity services and enhanced security.
He aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bring
Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.
- Proven experience with Microsoft Entra ID at scale, including identity lifecycle management and automation in complex environments.
- Exposure to a wide range of identity platforms and toolsets.
- Deep understanding of identity protocols (OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML and SCIM) and authentication and authorisation models.
- Knowledge of identity-related security risks and mitigation strategies including familiarity with compliance frameworks.
- Strong track record in agile environment include experience in product owner or management practices and the ability to manage a complex backlog.
- A proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without formal authority.
- A track record of building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
- Ability to lead workshops, present roadmaps, and influence decision makers.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, you will love untangling the challenges of a modern complex digital ecosystem.
Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements
- Current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for (Constabulary only).
- For both Constabulary Police Employees:
- Agree to enrol in a leadership programme at the advertised level, at a future date or
- Have qualified under CEP or a previous Career Progression Framework at the level you are applying for.
- This role is based in the Wellington area. Some travel may be required.
This role is Strategic People Leader level. You can refer to Indicators for Success for further information on the requirements
To view the position description for this role please copy and paste this link into a new browser:
https://www.police.govt.nz/sites/default/files/pd/08-2025/technical_product_owner.pdf
Mo tatou | About us
New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.
Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level. We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.
The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities. Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.
To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link:
Applicant Information Pack (External)
Tono inaianei | Apply now
If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV. You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.
For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers
All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email. All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system. You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on 26th August 2025. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.
If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact deepa.shankar@police.govt.nz
