Protective Monitoring Centre (PMC) Manager

Full job description
Join our diverse and talented people and work at the heart of national security, providing essential intelligence to the NZ government to protect New Zealand and its people.

At the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) | Te Pā Whakamarumaru, we are dedicated to our mission of keeping Aotearoa New Zealand and our people safe and secure. We collect, analyse and assess intelligence to protect New Zealand from threats such as foreign interference, espionage and terrorism.

Are you an experienced people and strategic leader? Are you interested in technology and intelligence? Do you want to play an integral part of NZSIS Insider Threat Mission? Do you enjoy developing capability and being at the cutting edge?

If you do - then do we and opportunity for you!

The role

The NZSIS is looking for a Protective Monitoring Centre (PMC) Manager to lead the delivery and performance of all PMC activities. The PMC is a critical insider threat mitigation capability at the core of our mission and is responsible for collecting and analysing log data to detect, deter and disrupt insider threat within the NZIC and wider NZ Government.

The NZIC PMC is a unique and diverse unit within the intelligence community, offering a range of exciting opportunities now, and into the future for an experienced leader.

As the PMC Manager, you will be responsible for:
Leading the PMC team
Strategic planning and change leadership
Complex budget management
Planning and provisioning for operational risk management and guidance
Supporting both technical and intelligence work to support protective security work within the NZIC, and wider NZ government.

A critical part of this role is maintaining and enhancing a wide range of relationships, both internally within the NZIC, and externally within the wider government. The PMC also has very strong relationships our international partners, collaborating frequently and supporting the development

Who we're looking for

Key to succeeding in this position is the ability to:
Effectively lead a high functioning interdisciplinary team of specialists
Work well under pressure, using good judgement and displaying a high level of initiative
Strong verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical customers
Project manage, coordinate and deliver key strategic initiatives

The PMC Manager role is a unique and exciting opportunity. People leadership is a must. Technological expertise is advantageous, but not required as you will be well supported by technical subject matter experts. Aptitude to learn and understand as you go is essential.

If this sounds like you, and you can demonstrate the above requirements, then apply today!

Appointing range is likely to be between $142,093 - $151,566.

Why work for us

Alongside getting to work with other talented people, we also offer a range of comprehensive benefits which include:

Medical Insurance and Vision Care packages
Enhanced employer contributions to your Kiwisaver
Generous Leave benefits, including additional paid days off and enhanced sick and parental leave
Childcare allowance for your preschoolers
Onsite free gym
Opportunities for personal and professional growth and career pathways across the intelligence community
Great work-life balance

Before you apply

Working within our unique environment means we have to ensure you're eligible for employment.

You must:
Have been a New Zealand Citizen for at least 10 years

OR

Hold a current NZ Residency Class Visa and ideally have been a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada or Australia for at least 10 years

Be eligible to obtain a Top Secret Special (TSS) security clearance

Ordinarily, this means you'll have a 15 year checkable background in countries NZSIS Vetting can make meaningful and reliable checks.

Still unsure? Use this online tool to self-check your eligibility for a TSS security clearance: http://www.protectivesecurity.govt.nz/eligibility-tool

The NZIC treats all applications for employment in the strictest confidence and we expect that you maintain a similar level of confidentiality during the recruitment process and throughout your career.

We'll provide you with information and tips throughout the recruitment process, but in the meantime check out our Myth Busting booklet: https://beyondordinary.nzic.govt.nz/mythbusting

You can also learn more about our work and understand our areas of focus by reading New Zealand's Security Threat Environment | New Zealand Security Intelligence Service

Job Details

Reference #

9195

Location(s)

Wellington

Salary

Band J $142,093 (90%) - $181,564(115%)

Midpoint of the salary range (100%) reflects full competence in the role

Closes on

21 Oct 2026 23:55

Work type(s)

Permanent full-time

Job level(s)

Management

Expertise

Management, Security & Intelligence
 
Return to Sea