Cyber Security Analyst (Senior) - Auckland, Christchurch - 65282 - Spark

General information

Location

Auckland, Christchurch

Expertise

Governance & Security, Technology

Job Level

Experienced

Employment Type

Permanent full-time

Close Date

16-Oct-2026

Ref #

65282

Description & Requirements

Spark helps all of New Zealand win big in a digital world. As New Zealand's leading telecommunications company, we connect millions of New Zealanders and support thousands of businesses through our mobile, broadband, IT and cloud solutions.

At the heart of our strategy, SPK-30, is our ambition: It’s better with Spark. Whether it’s our network performance, customer experiences, or the workplace culture we create with our people, we want it to be better with Spark.   

Our industry moves at pace, and so do we. Technology, customer expectations and business needs are constantly evolving. We embrace change, work together to solve problems that matter and focus on creating better outcomes for our customers, communities and Aotearoa. Our people are empowered to take ownership, keep learning and make a real impact.

About the Role:

Due to the nature and urgency of this role, we are only considering applicants that are based in New Zealand with permanent residency, citizenship, or a valid work visa (with at least 18 months remaining).

Spark Cyber Defence is currently seeking a senior cyber security analyst to join our Auckland based operations center. We are looking for a candidate with strong technical skills along with working security operations knowledge. We are seeking experienced individuals with advanced problem-solving, analytical skills and with exposure to analysing security related information in a large, complex environments that are subjected to substantial cyber threats.

You will be part of a rapidly growing team providing services to our external customers. As per of this role you will be comfortable working as a senior member in New Zealand largest private Security Operations Center. You will have a passion for security and a demonstrable knowledge of industry events and of current exploit techniques and mitigations.

Day to day you will be involved in:

Assessing escalated security incidents from our 24x7 team
Automating tools and processes
Monitoring and tuning our SIEM and other tools
Onboarding new customers into our provided services
Assisting with development of new security products
Assess new vulnerabilities
Complete routine compliance tasks
Mentor and assist our 24x7 operations team

What experience you'll bring?

You will come from a strong networking & security background with an emphasis on DDOS, SIEM & Endpoint Detection & Response. You will have a good understanding of log analysis, mitigation techniques, developing custom scripts/rules/functionality, and experience analysing and triaging using static/dynamic techniques. Demonstrable knowledge of the Microsoft Azure security tools & CrowdStrike is also highly desired.

WHY CHOOSE US:

Diversity and Inclusion: Te Kanorau me te Whakawhāiti mai

At Spark, diversity and inclusion are simply part of how we work here, built into our everyday decisions, behaviours and ways of working. We want everyone to feel totally comfortable bringing their whole self to work, no matter your gender, ethnicity, orientation, age or ability.

Sustainability: Toitū

As Spark, how we do business is just as important as what we do. We believe technology has a critical role to play in helping Aotearoa transition to a high-productivity low-carbon future, where all New Zealanders can thrive in a digital world. Equity sits at the heart of how we work, and we're focused on partnering in ways that makes a real difference to digital equity across the country. We support our customers and communities by being sustainable ourselves, investing in our people, minimising our environmental impact, and operating a responsible, ethical business.

Benefits: Awhina

Our people matter and we make sure we look after them. At Spark, we've got our people covered with a great range of benefits, including:

Wellbeing - Medical insurance, life, income and trauma protection, wellbeing support and access to our leading Mahi Tahi Wellness program.

Hybrid ways of working - For most teams at Spark this means being in the office for four days a week, and one day being flexible.

Leave - Four weeks annual leave, plus purchased leave, leading parental leave support and study leave.

Spark Credit - $150 monthly Spark account credit for permanent employees to enjoy our products and services.

Spark Share scheme - Opportunities to share in Spark's success through our employee share scheme.

Sustainable commuting - Salary sacrifice options to make public transport and cycling more affordable.

Grow your career - Access learning, development and internal opportunities to build new skills and grow your career across Spark.

At Spark, we’re committed to living our values, with tūhono (connection) at the heart of our mahi. Welcoming whānau into the recruitment process helps create a real sense of belonging and support for each candidate. We just ask candidates to let us know in advance if whānau will be joining, so we can prepare the space and make sure everyone feels comfortable.

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