Catriona Robinson will commence her new role on March 26.
Catriona Robinson.
The Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) has appointed Catriona Robinson as the head of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
“I am delighted Catriona will be leading the NCSC,” said GCSB Director-General Andrew Clark.
“Catriona brings extensive leadership experience, the ability to work collaboratively with domestic and overseas partners and stakeholders, and has a strong commitment to service and integrity.
“Catriona has worked in a range of national security roles across the public service and understands New Zealand’s national security system. She is well prepared to lead the NCSC in its work providing cyber security services to all New Zealanders.”
Robinson is currently the associate deputy secretary immigration at the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment (MBIE). Prior to this, she was general manager operations for Immigration New Zealand. Preceding her time at MBIE, Robinson spent five years at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (DPMC) as the director of national security systems.
Ahead of starting her new role, Robinson said she is committed to the purpose of the GCSB and understands the importance of the role NCSC plays in cyber security.
“The continued advances of technology means NCSC’s operating environment is often dynamic and fast-paced, and I am looking forward to leading the team in the great work they do.”
Robinson holds Master of Arts and Master of Public Management degrees from Victoria University of Wellington. She is also a Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Intelligence Professionals and served as its president from 2015 to 2018.
Robinson will commence her new role on March 26.
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