Senior Network Security Engineer at DEFEND

Department: Operations - Managed Services

Setup: Hybrid
Location: Wellington
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Aug 27, 2026

Description

DEFEND is hiring a Senior Network Security Operations Engineer to lead customer network security solutions, respond to complex incidents, diagnose faults, identify security risks, and guide junior engineers. The role requires networking and network security expertise, incident-response and troubleshooting experience, technical leadership, documentation skills, and participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation. Benefits include Kiwisaver, Southern Cross Health Insurance, mobile and broadband discounts, flexible hybrid work, a home-office allowance, and EAP services.

Required Skills

Networking
Network Security
Incident Response
Troubleshooting
Technical Leadership
Change Management
Technical Documentation

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience in incident response, troubleshooting, and fault resolution
Experience in network operations and support with technical leadership and guidance
Translation Company Name: DEFEND Limited

Benefits & perks

About DEFEND:
Our dream at DEFEND is to improve everyday life by creating a cyber resilient world. Over the last few years, we've experienced phenomenal growth, working with a wide variety of customers and winning
Why DEFEND?
We believe in investing in our employees’ growth and providing them with opportunities to advance their skills and careers. We offer a collaborative workplace culture, and we are committed to fosterin
By joining our innovative and creative team you will have the opportunity to contribute a variety of cybersecurity outcomes, from culture & awareness of cyber resilience, through to offensive & defens
The benefits of working at DEFEND
In addition to working for a growing, dynamic NZ company, DEFEND offers the following benefits to all our DEFENDers
3.5% Kiwisaver on top of your base salary
Southern Cross Health Insurance coverage
Mobile and Broadband discounts for yourself and family
Flexible, hybrid work environment
An allowance to contribute to your home office setup
Access to EAP services to support you across a range of wellbeing needs
Diversity & Inclusion:
At DEFEND, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We know from experience that people from underrepresented groups often don’t apply for roles they don’t feel they meet all the criter
Ready to help shape the future of cybersecurity in New Zealand? Apply now or learn more at: [https://defend.co.nz/careers/](https://defend.co.nz/careers/)