Our client is seeking an accomplished cyber security leader to take on the role of General Manager Cyber Security. This senior leadership position will shape and deliver the organisation’s information security strategy, governance, and operations—protecting critical infrastructure and customer data at scale.
As part of the Digital leadership team, you will embed security across the enterprise, act as a trusted advisor to the Board and executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing enterprise-wide cyber security strategy and frameworks.
• Advising the Board and executives on emerging threats, risks, and best practices.
• Leading incident response, security governance, and ongoing risk management.
• Overseeing the Equalise business, driving growth, service delivery, and industry partnerships.
• Managing financial performance, vendor relationships, and customer engagements.
• Building a security-conscious culture across the organisation and beyond.

About You

• Extensive senior leadership experience in cyber security within large, complex organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute enterprise-level security strategies.
• Proven experience engaging with Boards and executive stakeholders on cyber risk.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SABSA, PSR etc.).
• Exceptional evaluative thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on leadership across governance, risk, operations, and commercial growth.

This is a rare opportunity to take on one of New Zealand’s most influential cyber security leadership roles, with scope to shape both internal strategy and industry-wide capability. You’ll have a seat at the table with the executive team, lead a growing cybersecurity business, and make a meaningful impact on the future of critical infrastructure.

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