Defence and National Security, New Zealand

EY New Zealand works alongside the New Zealand’s Defence and National Security community to support the delivery of enduring capability, resilience, and mission‑critical outcomes in an increasingly contested strategic environment.


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EY New Zealand has a dedicated defence team, deeply embedded in the local context and focused on the specific needs of the New Zealand Defence Force, central government agencies, and the wider defence and security ecosystem. Our team includes security‑cleared professionals and experienced veterans, bringing first‑hand operational insight, credibility, and a strong understanding of defence culture, governance, and provide realities.

We work closely with our Australian Defence practice, helping smooth collaboration across the Tasman and access to a broader pool of cleared experience, professional capabilities, and delivery experience. This integrated approach allows us to scale rapidly and draw on shared lessons from major defence programmes, while remaining anchored in New Zealand’s strategic priorities and operating context.

Across the globe, EY New Zealand coordinates its own Five Eyes and wider defence network, supporting Defence forces, Ministries, and defence industry partners across allied nations. Through this network, we bring global insight, proven approaches, and leading practices to New Zealand defence challenges, while respecting sovereign requirements, security obligations, and national interests.

Our purpose is to help New Zealand Defence and National Security organisations modernise, adapt, and provide with confidence, today and into the future.


How we support Defence and National Security in New Zealand

EY New Zealand supports Defence and National Security organisations across the full lifecycle of strategy, investment, delivery, and assurance. We combine local insight, practical delivery experience, and global defence capability to help leaders make informed decisions and deliver outcomes with confidence.

Our support is focused across four core areas.

Our Defence and National Security Focus

At EY, we leverage data, analytics, and artificial intelligence to empower Defence with informed decision-making and operational excellence, while building resilient supply chains that enhance national security and support New Zealand’s National Mobilisation strategy. Our commitment extends to implementing enterprise systems and robust infrastructure solutions that safeguard information and streamline processes, enabling Defence to navigate complexities and effectively deliver on Government direction and priorities.

Innovation and Adaption

Supporting Defence to respond to today’s rapidly evolving threat environment with speed and agility is our core focus. We enable more adaptive acquisition strategies and deliver cutting-edge technology at pace — ensuring mission-critical capabilities are deployable when they’re needed most. By embedding innovation into core processes and fostering collaboration across government, industry and international partners, we support Defence in building resilient, future-ready systems that protect New Zealand’s national interests. 

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Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We are committed to leveraging and connecting data, analytics, and AI to empower informed decision-making and drive operational excellence for Defence. Our tailored solutions harness the power of advanced technologies to provide actionable insights, enabling Defence to enhance their strategic initiatives and operational efficiency.

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Enterprise Systems, Cyber Resilience and Secure Cloud

Our teams are dedicated to implementing enterprise systems and cloud solutions that enable and safeguard information, data, applications, and infrastructure for Defence. Our focus on cyber resilience enables Defence with seamless information flow and decision-making while remaining protected against potential threats.

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Secure and Sovereign Supply Chains and National Mobilisation

We work with Defence to build resilient supply chains for the security and sovereignty of New Zealand. By supporting Australia’s National Mobilisation strategy, we enhance Defence capabilities through effective resource utilisation, and seamless and secure operations in evolving environments.

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Enabling Infrastructure and Estate

We invest in robust infrastructure solutions that strengthen Defence capabilities to meet the emerging national security requirements of New Zealand.

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Productivity, Optimisation and Risk

A focus on streamlining processes, operating models and ways of working, with the right technology and tools to deliver value, innovation and impactful outcomes for Defence. With an enterprise-level risk management approach, we help Defence navigate complexities and uncertainties so they can effectively deliver on Government directives.

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