Group IT Cybersecurity Technology & Operations Manager

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March 24, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
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** Job Description
** Futon Hogan is a road and construction company operating across the whole of New Zealand and Australia.  After 90 years in business, we believe resilient infrastructure will help tackle the challenges of a changing world, and we will continue to invest and innovate to play our part.
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* The opportunity:

** We are looking for a leader driven by a passion for high performance, collaboration and fostering strong relationships with employees across the business. Our culture thrives on our Real values - Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude and Leadership. Our employees live by these values through the work they do, every day, as one team.

As the Group IT Cybersecurity Technology & Operations Manager, you will ensure that Fulton Hogan's suite of security platforms and technologies are fit for purpose and integrated to protect the company from cyber risks. You will manage relationships with cybersecurity partners and vendors, oversee the integration and operations of key security platforms, lead our Security Operations Team and contribute to the continuous improvement of our cyber recovery capabilities.
** In addition to the above, you will:
*** Support the Group IT Security Manager to build and execute a multi-year security strategy and roadmap.
* Leading, supporting and mentoring our security analysts.
* Oversee the integration and operations of key security platforms such as SOC & SIEM Services, End Point Protection, Email & Web Secure Gateways, Network & Vulnerability Scanning, Threat intelligence and Next Generation Firewalls.
* Regularly review and recommend improvements to security platforms, technologies, and services.
* Ensure cyber security service providers meet required levels of coverage and respond to threats and incidents within agreed SLAs.
* Organise penetration testing and co-ordinate any remediation actions.
* Contribute to cyber risk assessments and incident management.
* Participate in regular cyber security incident desktop exercises.
* Build strong relationships with vendors, service providers, and third-party partners.
** To be successful in this role, you will have:
*** Experience leading a team of cybersecurity professionals.
* Strong knowledge of cyber security in complex environments.
* Relevant tertiary qualification in technology management, information management, or equivalent experience.
* Experience with ITIL Management Framework and change management in an enterprise environment.
* Excellent communication skills across all operational levels and with suppliers and stakeholders.
* A demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ASD E8, ISO 27002) is desirable.
* Superior interpersonal skills, ethical behaviour, and respect for others.
* Problem-solving skills and ability to think ahead.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage changing priorities.

You will be a supportive and collaborative leader with a passion for developing and growing talent. You will have strong financial and business acumen.

To ensure our employees are well looked after, we offer a suite of benefits such as:
* Medical insurance (an eligibility period applies)
* Life insurance
* Kiwi Saver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%
* Fuel discount card
* Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support
* Family scholarships
* Ongoing training and development, career growth and progression opportunities
* Great discounts at a wide range of retailers
** Creating, Connecting and caring for the community
** Our people regularly donate their time to local causes and initiatives, while at a regional and national level we provide financial support, skills and resources to a wide range of organisations that are strengthening our communities. Our focus aims to also reduce our impact on the environment, and regenerate healthy new ecosystems. We look to partner with others to lift the standards of our industry and show customers lower-impact, sustainable ways of delivering infrastructure.
Do not delay! Apply now. Applications close on 23 March 2026. Applications must be submitted through our portal. Applications submitted via email will not be considered.
Candidates must have legal rights to work in New Zealand.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.
* We celebrate and embrace diversity across our business and are committed to equal employment opportunities.
** We believe in the value that diversity brings to our team and people who share our REAL values are encouraged to apply.
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