Senior Analyst Counter Intelligence

About the role As a member of Defence Counter Intelligence (DEFCI), you will provide specialist intelligence support, advice and assessments to the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) on behalf of Defence Security. This work focuses on identifying, analysing and assessing threats, vulnerabilities and risks that could negatively impact NZDF personnel, information, assets, and facilities. This role sits within the Counter Intelligence and Personnel Security (CIPS) function. CIPS encompasses Personnel Security, Clinical Psychology and Defence Counterintelligence and is responsible for supporting NZDF's approach to Insider Threat activities. As a Senior Intelligence Analyst, you will lead the development of strategic, operational and tactical intelligence assessments, transforming information from multiple sources into actionable intelligence insights. You will apply structured analytical techniques and intelligence methodologies to support well‑informed decision‑making by NZDF leaders and commanders. You will also play a key role in maintaining analytical standards, mentoring colleagues and promoting professional intelligence tradecraft across the team. This is an intelligence analysis role. It is not a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst or Business Intelligence position. While information and data contribute to intelligence assessments, the primary focus of the role is intelligence collection, evaluation, analysis, threat assessment and the communication of intelligence judgements that support operational and strategic decision‑making. Key Responsibilities Producing high‑quality intelligence assessments, threat reports and strategic intelligence products. Identifying emerging threats, risks, vulnerabilities and trends affecting NZDF interests. Applying structured analytical techniques to develop evidence‑based intelligence judgements and recommendations. Delivering clear and compelling intelligence briefings to senior leaders and stakeholders. Providing counterintelligence subject‑matter expertise across NZDF activities, programmes and initiatives. Building and maintaining strong partnerships with domestic and international security and intelligence partners. Supporting intelligence capability development through mentoring, coaching and peer review. Skills and Experience Experience producing strategic intelligence assessments for decision‑makers. Demonstrated expertise in intelligence analysis methodologies, structured analytical techniques and analytical tradecraft. Demonstrated experience analysing threats, vulnerabilities, intent and capability, and communicating intelligence assessments to support strategic decision‑making. Strong written communication skills, including the ability to produce concise, accurate and persuasive intelligence outputs. Excellent verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leaders and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across a diverse stakeholder group. Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting the professional development of other analysts. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a dynamic environment. Ideally, you will also hold a qualification in Intelligence Analysis or a related discipline such as security studies, international relations, strategic studies or criminology. Eligibility and Clearance Requirements As this role requires a high level of security clearance, you will need to be / have been a New Zealand, UK, Australian, Canadian or USA citizen for a minimum of fifteen (15) years to be eligible for this role. A full Class1 Driver Licence and a valid passport are required. You must be a NewZealand Citizen for at least the last ten (10) years. At minimum, you must hold NewZealand Permanent Residence or have a current NewZealand Residency ClassVisa, and you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or NewZealand continuously for the last ten (10) years. To obtain this level of clearance, you must have a background history of fifteen (15) years that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level. Benefits Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force4Families website. Salary The starting salary for this role will be approximately $100,000 (inclusive of 4% superannuation contribution). #J-18808-Ljbffr