IAM Capability Lead | Wellington | Permanent
Date: 24 Jul 2026
Location: Wellington, NZ
Company: Ministry of Social Development
- Lead the delivery of modern IAM capabilities including IGA, PAM, CIAM and Authentication
- Influence enterprise technology roadmaps and drive high-quality delivery outcomes
- Coach, mentor and develop specialist teams while working with senior stakeholders across the organisation
If you're passionate about identity and access management and enjoy leading teams to deliver secure, innovative and business-focused technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
About our team | Mō te tīma
Every week, around 1.4 million New Zealanders count on MSD for income support and services to connect with work, housing and better lives for their families.
Our Technology group provides the technologies, innovation and expertise that enable MSD staff and partners to deliver these essential services, today and into the future.
We’re driving a once in a lifetime transformation of services for New Zealanders. The group is a key enabler of this change bringing together strategic thinkers, technology specialists and delivery leaders to design solutions and deliver change while keeping vital services running reliably every day.
About the role | Mō te tūnga
As the Identity and Access Management (IAM) Capability Lead, you will provide technical and delivery leadership across IAM capabilities, ensuring business needs are translated into innovative, secure and scalable technology solutions.
You will lead a high-performing team, foster strong stakeholder relationships, and drive the delivery of identity services that support MSD's strategic objectives.
This role is based in our Wellington office.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of IAM capabilities, including IGA, PAM, CIAM and Authentication services
- Align business priorities and technology roadmaps to deliver responsive and innovative IAM solutions
- Ensure the right team capacity, skills and specialist capability are available to support delivery outcomes
- Champion Agile and DevSecOps practices to accelerate the delivery of secure, high-quality solutions
- Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to delivery teams and technical specialists
- Manage vendor and partner relationships to ensure effective service delivery and performance
We’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Diverse perspectives strengthen our mahi, and we value the unique contributions everyone brings to the team.
Please contact us if there is any support that we can provide to ensure the recruitment process is accessible to you.
What you bring | Ōu pūmanawatanga
- Extensive experience working within Identity and Access Management in a large and complex organisation
- Strong technical knowledge across IAM disciplines such as IGA, PAM, CIAM, Authentication or related capabilities
- Strong preference for people with knowledge of BeyondTrust Password Safe and Entra.
- Demonstrated experience leading technical delivery teams and influencing outcomes across multiple stakeholders
- Proven ability to engage with business leaders, provide trusted advice and communicate technical concepts in a clear and practical way
- Experience contributing to technology strategies, roadmaps and long-term capability planning
- Strong understanding of governance, security and operational management of IAM platforms
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments and embracing continuous improvement practices
- Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop technical professionals
- Strong relationship management skills with experience working collaboratively across cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication skills including written, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
Position Description | He Whakaahuatanga Tūnga
A copy of the position description can be found here. IAM Capability Lead, position description.
Salary | Utu-ā-tau: $138,125.00 - $171,889.00
We expect to appoint this position up to $164,216 however a salary offer will be based on the preferred candidate’s skills and experience and our team relativities.
Applications close | Ka kati ngā tono hei te: Sunday 16 August 2026.
About us | Mō mātou
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is a people-centred organisation. We’re in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent.
We provide social policy advice to government, and assistance including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities.
As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner, we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations.
Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Before you submit your application, please take a moment to review our guidance to understand how AI can best support your application. Candidate Guidance - Responsible AI use in recruitment
To apply, click the 'Apply Now' button to upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form.
Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process. Please highlight how your skills and experience relate to the key responsibilities listed in the position description and job advertisement.
All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, please contact us at jobs@msd.govt.nz
Internal MSD Employees – please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate.
Joining us | Ko te hono mai
Joining MSD means being part of a whānau that celebrates the diversity each individual represents.
We show manaaki, we care about the wellbeing and success of people and want everyone to thrive and be who they are in a supportive and inclusive working environment. We work together to make a difference for communities while doing the right thing with integrity. You can find out more about our values here.
If you have any support or accessibility requirements, we encourage you to tell us when you apply so we can assist you through the recruitment process.
