ICT & Security Team Lead

**Company Description** **Come grow with us.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. **Join us.** **Job Description** 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 **Qualifications** 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 **Additional Information** **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. **Learn more about life at AECOM:** LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! **Everyone belongs at AECOM** We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company** , a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality** , # **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner** and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer** . _At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously._ **_To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment._** **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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **ReqID:** J10151591 **Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** ANZ **Career Area:** Consulting Services **Work Location Model:** On-Site