Senior Security Advisor

The Opportunity

As Senior Security Advisor, you will provide security advice, support and assurance across Lockheed Martin New Zealand operations. Working closely with internal stakeholders, the New Zealand Defence Force and Lockheed Martin Australia and New Zealand Security Function, you will play a key role in maintaining a robust and effective security environment.

Key responsibilities

·       Act as the primary security representative for Lockheed Martin New Zealand, supporting the implementation and maintenance of security requirements.

·       Provide security advice and support to the New Zealand Defence Force.

·       Provide support for Communications Security (COMSEC) requirements.

·       Support Information Security and Cyber Security activities.

·       Support physical security and facilities requirements, including access control, security systems, secure areas, facility requirements and facility maintenance.

·       Support Defence and business security requirements, policies and assurance activities.

What you’ll bring

·       Experience working within Defence or the Defence Industry.

·       Experience working within a Defence Industry Security Programme (DISP) environment.

·       Knowledge of the New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM).

·       The ability to obtain and maintain a New Zealand Top Secret security clearance.

What we offer you

·       Where business needs allow, compressed schedules are available, including one additional day off each fortnight.

·       Employees receive four weeks of annual leave, with the option to purchase up to two additional weeks. A paid volunteer day is also provided to support community engagement and service.

·       Access a range of wellbeing resources, including Employee Assistance Program services, wellbeing initiatives, and annual flu vaccinations. Support is also available for prescription eyewear.

·       Employees receive 14 days of sick leave per year from day one, supporting health, recovery, and sustained performance.

·       Access in-person and online learning focused on technical development and professional capability. Contributions are recognised through formal programs and performance-based awards.

·       KiwiSaver is additional to your salary/hourly rate matched to 4% along with access to the Boost Discount program with over 50 participating retailers.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. Our dedicated workforce focuses on delivering sustainment capabilities to the NZ Defence Force.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret New Zealand Defence Security Clearance by meeting one of the following criteria:

·       A NZ citizen, OR

·       A NZ Permanent Resident who has resided in NZ for the past 10 years OR

·       A citizen of Australia, Canada, UK or the USA who has a current work permit for NZ.

You will also be required to undergo pre-employment activities including drug screening and vetting by NZ Police.

Equal Opportunity

Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.

Applications close 26 October – however we will review and progress applications as they are received, so don't delay, apply today!