Senior Analyst Counter Intelligence

Senior Analyst Counter Intelligence at NZ Defence Force, Wellington - Wairarapa

Mō te tūnga | About the role You will be providing subject matter expertise on Counter Intelligence (CI) for Defence Security within the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). This role delivers CI products and guidance through identification, analysis and assessment of intelligence and security threats to the people, information, and assets of the NZDF. As a senior within this team, you will be taking on more complex and challenging strategic assessments, lead the maintenance of analytical rigour within the team, and provide coaching and mentoring to our junior analysts. Duties for this role will include:

• Identifying, analysing and assessing intelligence or security threats.
• Delivering briefs and exemplary intelligence reports to senior management, customers and stakeholders.
• Ensuring the provision of high-quality intelligence information to support well informed decision making by NZDF Leadership / Command.
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentoring and coaching junior team members.

This role sits within the Counter Intelligence and Personnel Security (CIPS) function. CIPS encompasses PERSEC, the Clinical Psychology function and the Defence Counter Intelligence team (DEFCI). CIPS is also responsible for managing the NZDF approach towards Insider Threat activities. This role is based in Wellington CBD. Due to the nature of this role, you need to work primarily in the office. Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of working from home one day a week. Occasional domestic and international travel is required. You need to have a Class 1 Full Driver's Licence, and valid passport. Minimum Requirements: As this role requires a high level of National Security Clearance, you will need to be / have been a NZ, UK, Australian, Canadian or USA citizen for a minimum of 10 years to be eligible for this role. The successful candidate is required to undergo a psychological assessment as part of the pre-employment security vetting process. You will have experience in complex strategic analysis, with well-developed research skills and a good understanding of threat analysis. You will be an experienced intelligence practitioner who can effectively apply intelligence tools, techniques, and methodologies, with an ability to develop and deliver effective briefings and produce tailored products to specific target audiences. Key skills and experiences you will bring to this role include:

• 3+ years' experience in delivering assessments and analysis within a government intelligence environment.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal. A written test will form part of the formal panel interview.
• Demonstrable interpersonal skills in building and maintaining strong partnerships.
• The proven ability to mentor, coach and develop others, as well as an ability to work collaboratively.
• Exceptional time management skills to prioritise a large workflow, while also remaining agile for changing requirements.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply Applications close on Thursday 20 February 2025 . Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website. Please Note:

• All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website. Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.
• Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

NZDF Employees/Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate. NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website. NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit. NZDF is currently undertaking a Workforce Savings Programme (WSP) to realise efficiencies and required enduring savings, which may require NZDF to propose changes to the organisational structure of its civilian workforce. As we progress through the WSP, we will be communicating with our people about any potential impact on roles and structures. We welcome your application for this important role and want to let you know that if the WSP, and any subsequent proposed change process, is likely to impact on the role you are applying for, we will let you know at the earliest opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr