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Filter search resultsNational Security Group (NSG)
PageThe National Security Group provides leadership, advice, support and coordination of the Government’s national security priorities and risks.New Zealand's national security community
PageThere are a number of agencies which make up the national security sector and bring together a range of tools—diplomacy, defence, intelligence, law enforcement, and more—to protect and promote New Zealand’s national security interests.National security
PageWe define national security as about protecting New Zealand from threats that would do us harm. It is fundamental to New Zealand’s prosperity and wellbeing.National Security Intelligence Priorities
PageThe National Security Intelligence Priorities (NSIPs) - Whakaarotau Marumaru Aotearoa - define where intelligence should support government to make informed decisions about national security.National Security Policy
PageThe National Security Policy Directorate provides policy leadership on matters related to national security and intelligence. This includes long-term planning, policy design, forward-looking examination of emerging trends and issues, and continuous…Counter-terrorism
PageNew Zealand’s current national terrorism threat level is LOW; a terrorist attack is assessed as a realistic possibility.Cyber Security Strategy
PageNew Zealand's Cyber Security Strategy 2019 Enabling New Zealand to thrive onlineIntelligence and Security Act 2017
PageIn this section is everything you need to know about New Zealand's Intelligence and Security Act 2017.National Assessments Bureau
PageThe National Assessments Bureau provides independent and impartial assessments on events and developments relevant to New Zealand's national security and international relations. These assessments inform government decision making.Working for the National Assessments Bureau
PageThe National Assessments Bureau is mostly made up of analysts – who are responsible for producing assessments – along with a number of specialist roles.National Cyber Policy Office
PageNCPO leads the development of cyber security policy advice and provides advice to the government on investing in cyber security activities.New Zealand's Countering Terrorism and Violent Extremism Strategy
PageBringing our nation together to protect all New Zealanders from terrorism and violent extremism of all kinds.What is intelligence?
PageThe term 'intelligence' is commonly used to refer to the work of intelligence and security agencies. In this context, intelligence is information which is collected, brought together, assessed and then used to make decisions.The authorisation framework
PageThe Act provides for a single authorisation regime for the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB).Cover and assumed identity arrangements
PageEnsuring identities are kept secret.Immunities from legal liabilities
PageProvisions for employees of NZSIS, GCSB and those assisting them.Why did we need new legislation?
PageLegislation passed in 2013 included a requirement for periodic reviews of the intelligence and security agencies. This page discusses that legislation.Defining national security
PageThe protection of New Zealand’s national security is one of 3 core objectives of our security and intelligence agencies. But what exactly is ‘national security’?Bringing the agencies further into the public service
PageInformation about New Zealand's public sector intelligence agenciesPowers and warrants
PageIntelligence agencies have capabilities that are intrusive and can impact on an individual’s privacy and human rights.Activities allowed under intelligence warrants
PageWhile the Act provides for a single authorisation regime for the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB), different powers are available to each agency under the Act.Protections for New Zealanders
PageThis page explains the new authorisation regime for warrants.Strengthening oversight of NZSIS and GCSB
PageEnsuring the agencies operate legally and properly and are held to account.Whistleblowing and protecting classified information
PageThis page discusses protected disclosures and offences for unauthorised disclosures.Cover and immunities
PageNew Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) employees need to have the ability to acquire, use and maintain any identity information necessary to maintain the covert nature of their…Sharing information
PageIn order to support New Zealand’s national security, the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) andNew Zealand Security Intelligence Service(NZSIS) need to access information held by public and private sector organisations and…Domestic information sharing
PageImproving information sharing between NZSIS and GCSB and others.Arrangements with foreign partners
PageThe sharing of information, technology and expertise with other countries.The National Assessments Bureau
PageThe National Assessments Bureau is New Zealand's lead agency for intelligence assessment.Case studies
PageIn this section are some examples of how the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) have used intelligence to keep New Zealand safe from espionage, terrorist activity, and…Counter-terrorism: the role of GCSB and NZSIS
PageCounter-terrorism is an important part of the work of the New Zealand Intelligence Community.Investigating a suspected terrorist
PageThis is a declassified case study on how the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) conducts a security intelligence investigation.