Security Analyst

Role overview

Auckland Transport is hiring a Security Analyst to join its Security Operations team in Auckland. This permanent role focuses on day-to-day protection of the organisation’s systems, applications, data, and network environment through security monitoring, investigation, and response.

What you will do

• Protect the in-house computer systems, servers, and network connections by maintaining secure operations.
• Track, investigate, and resolve security incidents, breaches, and vulnerability concerns.
• Monitor alerts, logs, system activity, and network events to identify suspicious or malicious behaviour.
• Assess the scope, impact, and root cause of incidents using security data and log analysis.
• Support vulnerability management by helping identify, assess, prioritise, and follow up on remediation work.
• Assist incident response efforts with evidence collection, containment support, and incident reporting.
• Review user behaviour and access patterns to identify potential security risks.
• Improve security monitoring processes and response procedures in partnership with infrastructure, network, cloud, and application teams.
• Prepare clear documentation and practical recommendations to help reduce risk.
• Stay current on emerging cyber threats, attack methods, and security best practices.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will bring solid technical grounding, strong analytical ability, and a structured approach to investigating security issues. This position suits someone who can work accurately in a fast-moving environment, manage priorities well, and communicate clearly.

Organisation and benefits

Auckland Transport says it values inclusion and a workplace where people feel safe, respected, valued, and supported. Its core values are Manaakitanga, Tiakitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Auahatanga.

• Opportunity to take on greater leadership and accountability
• Support for professional development and training
• 25% discount on public transport services across Auckland
• Modern waterfront office in Wynyard Quarter, Auckland CBD
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Study support
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Professional memberships
• AT Connect groups including Mana ka Māori, Women@AT, and others

Application details

This is a permanent opportunity with an experienced team. Applications close on 22 June 2026. For a confidential discussion, contact Rennie Sharma, Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Applicants are invited to help shape the future of transport in Auckland.