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IT / Software / Data Analyst
CNO Test Engineer/Analyst( DevOps and Software Development processes)
IT / Software / Data Analyst
#718849
Remote / WFH
New Zealand Government
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.
We are looking for Test Engineers/Analysts with a practical, tinkering mindset to join our specialist Computer Network Operations (CNO) Research & Development team. Our CNO Test function sits alongside the CNO DevOps Engineers and goes beyond traditional testing - it provides the hardware-centric, automation-driven validation that underpins the full lifecycle of the GCSB's CNO capabilities, a critical enabler of the agency's intelligence mission.
In this role, you will work hand-in-hand wit CNO R&D Engineers, Developers, infrastructure and operations, to design, build and execute repeatable test campaigns at speed and scale. Together with DevOps, you will share ownership of the automation frameworks and test rigs keep the CNO environment reliable, secure and ready for rapid capability evolution, while feeding verified results into the release and deployment process.
To be successful in this role, you will have strengths in a number of the following areas:
Working knowledge and relevant experience in software and/or hardware testing, preferably with mobile devices, apps or operating systems
Proven experience executing systematic and reproduceable testing procedures
Understanding of the design and implementation of automation and testing frameworks
Scripting level software development, python skills desirable
Cyber security concepts and vulnerabilities, exploit techniques and methods for their remediation desirable
A degree of experience with DevOps and Software Development processes
Strong ability to collaborate across teams, with excellent written and oral skills
Eagerness to learn and grow in an exciting and challenging technical environment
This is a varied and exciting role that sits at the intersection of hardware, software and cyber operations. Your work will have a direct impact on the security and wellbeing of New Zealand, ensuring that the tools the GCSB relies on are rigorously tested, hardened and ready for operational deployment.
Appointing range:
Level 1: $73,684 - $78,596
Level 2: $87,048 - $92,851
Level 3: $103,009 - $109,876
Why work for us
As well as interesting work, we offer a range of benefits including:
Flexible hours, as your work/life balance is important to us
Four weeks annual leave plus some additional days for your wellbeing
Gym, social clubs and events
Medical insurance and Vision Care package
Professional development opportunities we are committed to ongoing learning and continuous improvement
Our commitment to developing and maintaining a workforce that offers different ideas, perspectives, and cultural experiences. This commitment includes staff networks focused on supporting and empowering our diverse community
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: What to expect | Beyond Ordinary Careers
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
We are looking for Test Engineers/Analysts with a practical, tinkering mindset to join our specialist Computer Network Operations (CNO) Research & Development team. Our CNO Test function sits alongside the CNO DevOps Engineers and goes beyond traditional testing - it provides the hardware-centric, automation-driven validation that underpins the full lifecycle of the GCSB's CNO capabilities, a critical enabler of the agency's intelligence mission.
In this role, you will work hand-in-hand wit CNO R&D Engineers, Developers, infrastructure and operations, to design, build and execute repeatable test campaigns at speed and scale. Together with DevOps, you will share ownership of the automation frameworks and test rigs keep the CNO environment reliable, secure and ready for rapid capability evolution, while feeding verified results into the release and deployment process.
To be successful in this role, you will have strengths in a number of the following areas:
Working knowledge and relevant experience in software and/or hardware testing, preferably with mobile devices, apps or operating systems
Proven experience executing systematic and reproduceable testing procedures
Understanding of the design and implementation of automation and testing frameworks
Scripting level software development, python skills desirable
Cyber security concepts and vulnerabilities, exploit techniques and methods for their remediation desirable
A degree of experience with DevOps and Software Development processes
Strong ability to collaborate across teams, with excellent written and oral skills
Eagerness to learn and grow in an exciting and challenging technical environment
This is a varied and exciting role that sits at the intersection of hardware, software and cyber operations. Your work will have a direct impact on the security and wellbeing of New Zealand, ensuring that the tools the GCSB relies on are rigorously tested, hardened and ready for operational deployment.
Appointing range:
Level 1: $73,684 - $78,596
Level 2: $87,048 - $92,851
Level 3: $103,009 - $109,876
Why work for us
As well as interesting work, we offer a range of benefits including:
Flexible hours, as your work/life balance is important to us
Four weeks annual leave plus some additional days for your wellbeing
Gym, social clubs and events
Medical insurance and Vision Care package
Professional development opportunities we are committed to ongoing learning and continuous improvement
Our commitment to developing and maintaining a workforce that offers different ideas, perspectives, and cultural experiences. This commitment includes staff networks focused on supporting and empowering our diverse community
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: What to expect | Beyond Ordinary Careers
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
