Team Leader, Architecture & Engineering

Opportunity

This role is a chance to lead a specialist group working across identity, cybersecurity, and network services that underpin essential Ministry operations. You will guide team performance, improve how work is delivered, and help navigate a complex, fast-moving digital setting from Wellington.

The position involves leading around five Architects and Engineers while working closely with stakeholders across the Ministry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support a team of Architects and Engineers covering Network, Identity, and Cybersecurity functions.
• Oversee response to network incidents and the handling of recurring problems.
• Set and embed reliable working methods and day-to-day operating standards.
• Serve as the main escalation contact for both internal teams and external partners.
• Build team capability and lift overall performance.

Skills and Experience

The Ministry notes that no applicant will match every preferred qualification. Candidates whose backgrounds differ slightly from the outlined profile are still encouraged to apply if they can contribute value.

Success in this position will come from strong leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to keep work moving in challenging situations.

• People-first leadership style with a focus on developing high-performing teams.
• Ability to stay composed and make decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to consistency and strong operational delivery.
• Practical, results-oriented approach to leadership and problem solving.
• Awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how it applies in practice.

Deep technical expertise is not required. The role is primarily focused on coordination, leadership, and delivery, with support available from experienced technical specialists.

About the Organisation

Te Tāhū o te Ture, the Ministry of Justice, works to strengthen public trust in the law of Aotearoa New Zealand. Its Digital group provides the technology, platforms, and services that support staff, customers, and partners. Within that group, the NetSecOps team helps keep digital services secure, reliable, and resilient.

The Ministry is committed to an inclusive workplace that welcomes people of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disabilities, and religions.

Benefits

• 22 days of annual leave.
• Flexible working options where operationally possible.
• Access to online learning and professional development.
• Entry to inclusive staff networks.

There are also broader opportunities across the Ministry to grow skills and progress a career.

Salary

The pay range for this position is NZD 128,427 to 176,789 per year. The final offer will depend on the successful candidate’s skills and experience.

Application Information

Applicants are asked to submit a CV and cover letter with an online application. The closing date is 03 July 2026, although applications may be reviewed as they are received and interviews may begin before the deadline.

For queries, contact recruitment@justice.govt.nz and include “MOJ XXX” in the subject line.