Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyHomeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 3 (Information Security)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

Bldg 7A

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will report to the Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT) Unit within the Office of Counter Terrorism.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for supporting a mid-sized IT environment.

• Participate in all phases of system design, configuration, and maintenance.

• Monitor and routinely report on system health and security.

• Document and securely configure switches, firewalls, servers, security appliances, and applications.

• Support, develop, and audit secure system baselines.

• Install, configure, document, and maintain network security systems.

• Perform and test system backups and disaster recovery operations.

• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights.

• Identify vulnerabilities and propose mitigations.

• Train staff members on the use and administration of IT systems.

• Work with CIRT management, DHSES procurement teams, and vendors for hardware and software renewals and new procurements, tracking progress.

• Support the other DHSES CIRT cyber programs and ad-hoc initiatives.

• Support cyber security meetings, presentations, seminars, etc., to foster information-sharing and awareness.

• Help develop, deploy, document, and formalize proactive and reactive cyber offerings and initiatives.

• Occasional travel (no more than 20%) may be necessary, depending on assignment demands. Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.

• Assist in disaster response and recovery activities as required and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications NON-COMPETITIVE

Five years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience.

Substitutions:

A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field substitutes for three years of required experience; any bachelor’s substitutes for two years of required experience.

An associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute for one year of required experience. Candidates in a bachelor’s degree program with at least 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute such credits for one year of required experience.

A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one year of required experience.

Additional Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination.

In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources/HH

Telephone 518-486-5700

Fax 518-485-8432

Email Address HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM

1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 7A

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 214561 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.