Tōia mai te waka! - Haul the canoe!
Ki te urunga te waka!  - To the entrance place!
Ki te moenga te waka!  - To the resting place!
Ki te takotoranga i takoto ai te waka!  - To the place where it will lie!

By starting your career at Deloitte, you are joining a community of extraordinary professionals who put ‘making an impact’ at the heart of what they do. With our global reach, unwavering support, inclusive atmosphere, and cutting-edge technology, you'll have the opportunity to evolve into your fullest potential.

A graduate role at Deloitte is the perfect introduction to your first full-time permanent role in a business. You start with a cohort of people just like you, who have recently completed their studies, and get hands-on experience and support to apply your tertiary learnings in a real-world context. People at Deloitte are the best at what they do and learning from high-performers is a fantastic way to kickstart your growth and career.  

Graduates at Deloitte have a week-long induction to learn about the business, get paired with a buddy and coach to help them find their place in the team, and build connections with almost 200 other graduates doing the exact same thing! You are not on a ‘programme’ and instead inducted into the business as a key member of the team from day one. Once you sign your contract with Deloitte, you will start in February the year following. Between the application process and your start-date, we have many events and touchpoints, so you feel part of the Deloitte whānau before your first day and are greeted with friendly faces.  

If you are interested in pursuing a professional qualification, Deloitte support this through paid study leave, subsidised courses, and training from senior members of the team. There are also many learning and development opportunities offered to our graduates outside of the professional qualification realm. 

About this role:  

As an Grad in Deloitte's Cyber, Privacy & Resilience Team, you'll be playing an instrumental role in safeguarding information systems, optimising data privacy, and bolstering business resilience for our clients. Cyber, Privacy & Resilience is a specialist team that comprises of almost 40 Cyber Security professionals nationwide and sits within Deloitte's Technology & Transformation business unit. Our team delivers services across three key pillars: Strategy & Governance, Implement & Operate, and Detect & Respond.  

Throughout your graduate role you will be building your core skills through top class training and mentor support that will set you up for a successful future career at Deloitte (or elsewhere).

Your typical day could include:

• Assisting in developing and implementing robust cyber security solutions for our clients across diverse sectors
• Supporting clients to navigate through security Incidents, identify the cause and provide next steps to mitigating future incidents
• Working alongside experienced professionals in conducting risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and suggesting prevention techniques and ways organisations can minimise risk
• Aiding in formulating and enforcing security and privacy protocols/policies throughout client's organisations
• Collaborating with clients to develop business continuity and disaster recovery plans to assure business resilience and continuity even in the face of potential threats
• Understanding client businesses and advising how they can implement cyber security solutions for their systems, staff and customers

Enough about us, let’s talk about you. You are someone with:

• A passion for cyber security with a strong interest in current cyber-related trends and events. You preferably hold, or are working towards, relevant industry certifications or training and have hands-on experience with a variety of cyber security systems, solutions, and tools.
• No previous experience is required. Part-time positions or internships in cyber, customer service, retail and hospitality are beneficial
• Currently completing tertiary education in fields including but not limited to, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology (IT), Engineering and Cyber Security. Don’t forget to mention if you have completed any cyber-related certifications outside of your studies, too! Any security or cloud related certifications (AWS, Microsoft, Google etc) are also highly beneficial
• An analytical mind and detail-oriented. Knowledge of common cyber security threats and best practice is preferred (but not required)
• Interest in how businesses and organisations function. In our client orientated sector a focus on how our clients work is key
• An adaptable and driven attitude – you understand what it's like to overcome obstacles through tenacity and hard work. You are meticulous with processes and inquisitive to solve problems

So, who is Deloitte in Aotearoa?  

We are driven to create an impact that matters at every opportunity. Supported by a strong leadership team and member firms from over 150 countries across the globe, Deloitte in Aotearoa is in the business of solving complex problems. Over our 175-year history, we have built a reputation for impactful delivery across all areas of our business. 

Deloitte in Aotearoa recognises the uniqueness of our country identified in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi.  We uphold our responsibility(s) to the founding document and acknowledge Māori as the Tangata Whenua/Indigenous people.  

Our shared values are at the heart of everything we do. Living these values, including ‘Manaaki/taking care of each other’ and ‘Hāpai tangata/fostering inclusion’, is essential to ensuring everyone feels included at work and able to reach their full potential. Our values drive our desire to create positive outcomes for our clients, communities, and people.

Deloitte rewards 

We hold a simple belief – that our people’s hard work should be recognised and rewarded beyond their remuneration. 

What we offer: 

• A competitive salary and joining bonus 
• Subsidised professional qualifications and paid professional memberships 
• Study, birthday, annual and community volunteer leave 
• Career development with regular personalised coaching 
• Social events, sports teams, and monthly firm drinks 
• A focus on wellness and well-being  
• Subsidised health insurance and income protection insurance 
• Plus much more 

What do you need to apply?

• An up-to-date CV
• An academic transcript (does not have to be official, but must show recent grades, your full name, and the name of the tertiary provider)
• The legal right to live and work in Aotearoa
• The ability to start full-time permanent employment in February 2026

Does this sound exactly like the sort of role and organisation for you? Then apply now! We’d love to hear from you.

Please be aware, if a particular opportunity becomes oversubscribed, we will close it for applications before the stated deadline. We recommend you submit your full application as early as possible.

Mauri ora ki a koe/The essence of life to you 
Deloitte Early Careers Team

 

For us to succeed and thrive as an organisation, we understand the importance of creating a culture where diverse perspectives matter and where everyone is given an equal opportunity to grow and develop. If you need more information about Deloitte in Aotearoa or the role, please visit our website: Careers | Deloitte New Zealand. If you require tailored assistance in the application process, please reach out to [email protected].

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