ICT & Security Team Lead

This is a senior technical leadership role at the centre of AECOM's ICT & Security practice in New Zealand. As an ICT & Security Team Lead, you will lead a specialist team delivering complex ICT & security systems projects across New Zealand and Australia, combining hands-on technical and design expertise and genuine people leadership.

This is a highly collaborative and client-facing role focused on technical leadership, project delivery, stakeholder management, and mentoring emerging team members. You’ll work closely with senior technical leaders across New Zealand and Australia while helping grow AECOM’s ICT & Security capability across the region.

Technical delivery

• Lead and deliver ICT and security systems work across healthcare, defence, airports, and major infrastructure projects
• Provide technical leadership across integrated ICT, communications, and security systems while maintaining accountability for quality outcomes
• Undertake site visits and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary infrastructure teams

People leadership & capability growth

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of ICT and security specialists, supporting capability growth and career development
• Manage team resourcing, utilisation, and project pipeline planning to ensure balanced and effective delivery
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement

ANZ collaboration, clients & business growth

• Collaborate with team leads across New Zealand and Australia on resourcing, capability planning, and project delivery
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships across technical and non-technical audiences
• Contribute to proposals, business development, and the continued growth of AECOM’s ICT & Security presence in New Zealand

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. Please apply — all applications will be considered.

Technical background

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent industry experience
• Strong ICT and/or security systems experience within consulting or infrastructure environments
• Experience delivering projects across healthcare, infrastructure, defence, aviation, or related sectors
• Familiarity with relevant New Zealand, Australian, and international ICT and security standards
• Eligibility and willingness to obtain a New Zealand Security License

Leadership, collaboration & communication

• Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising technical teams
• Ability to manage team resourcing, identify capability gaps, and support long-term team development
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across technical teams, clients, and senior leadership
• Ability to manage competing priorities and navigate challenges professionally and constructively
• Proven ability to build strong relationships across distributed teams and multidisciplinary environments
• Consultancy experience and a collaborative mindset within a broader ANZ practice is highly regarded

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements available, aligned with the market and client facing role requirements
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year         
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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