Senior Systems Security Engineer ISSO

Te Whiwhinga mahi The opportunity

Were embarking on an exciting transformation of how Digital Services and the University approach cybersecurity.

We are on a mission to rapidly and holistically uplift how Digital Services and the University approach process and manage patching and vulnerability management. To make this change possible weve created a brand-new team within our Cybersecurity function dedicated to transforming how patching is delivered across our technology ecosystem through automation and modern engineering practices.

As part of this investment we are looking to appoint four Senior Systems Security Engineers to help drive this transformation.

These newly created roles will identify assess plan implement and manage groups of systems servers and devices through newly designed workflows that fully leverage automation at every stage of the patching lifecycle. Working across cloud and on-premise environments youll help strengthen the Universitys cyber resilience while improving the efficiency consistency and scalability of vulnerability remediation.

These opportunities are best suited to experienced engineers with broad exposure to enterprise technologies operating systems cloud platforms infrastructure applications and endpoint management. Youll bring significant hands-on engineering experience together with the ability to solve complex technical challenges influence stakeholders and partner closely with Product Owners as they adopt new ways of working.

If youre passionate about automation security engineering and building modern solutions that have a lasting impact across a large and diverse technology environment wed love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing implementing and managing automated patching solutions across the Universitys technology environment.
• Identifying assessing and driving the remediation of security vulnerabilities across enterprise systems servers and devices.
• Partnering with Product Owners and technology teams to develop practical remediation strategies and strengthen cyber resilience.
• Leveraging enterprise vulnerability management and endpoint management tools to improve visibility reporting and remediation outcomes.
• Providing technical leadership and expert advice on secure system configuration patch management and vulnerability management.
• Driving continuous improvement through automation process optimisation and modern security engineering practices.

These are full-time 37.5-hour-per-week roles on a permanent basis. The salary range is $110700 - $149800 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

For more information please review the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu About you

Youre an experienced systems or security engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and making enterprise environments more secure.

You thrive in large diverse technology environments where no two days are the same and youre comfortable working across operating systems cloud platforms infrastructure enterprise applications and endpoint technologies. You combine deep technical expertise with a collaborative approach enabling you to influence stakeholders mentor others and support teams through meaningful technical change.

Most importantly youre passionate about automation and using technology to improve security outcomes at scale. Youll enjoy working in an environment where innovation is encouraged collaboration is valued and your expertise will directly influence how the University manages cyber risk.

Ngā pūkenga motuhake Important skills and experience

• Extensive experience in systems engineering security engineering vulnerability management or enterprise patch management within complex environments.
• Strong hands-on experience managing Windows Linux cloud and enterprise technology platforms.
• Experience with enterprise vulnerability management endpoint management automation and scripting technologies such as PowerShell or Python.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles secure systems administration and modern vulnerability management practices.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence technical teams and support organisational change.

The following would be highly beneficial:

• Experience working with enterprise patch management platforms such as MECM Intune Tanium Ansible or equivalent.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP CISM Microsoft Red Hat or equivalent.
• Experience working within a large complex enterprise or higher education environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou What we offer

The University of Auckland provides a supportive people-centred working environment where your wellbeing and professional development are genuinely valued. As part of our team youll enjoy:

• Flexible employment practices including hybrid working.
• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Five weeks annual leave.
• Ongoing professional development and support for industry certifications.
• Opportunities to work with modern cybersecurity technologies automation platforms and enterprise-scale systems.
• A collaborative team environment where innovation continuous improvement and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
• Access to staff discounts recreation facilities wellbeing initiatives and discounted parking.
• The opportunity to help shape one of the largest cybersecurity transformation programmes within New Zealands tertiary sector.

Me pēhea te tuku tono How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 17th August 2026 to be considered. Please include a cover letter and CV outlining how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

For a confidential conversation please contact Michael Karich via .
Please note: we are happy to answer your questions but we do not accept applications by email.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time