Review Vacancy
AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the
TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 - Item # 00806
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $77912 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program (see below), or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 52.6, 70.1, or 70.4 of the Civil Service Law.
52.6 Transfer:
For a 52.6 transfer to a(n) Information Technology Specialist 2, SG-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 52.6 title allocated to a salary grade 16 or above.
70.1 Transfer:
For a 70.1 transfer to a(n) Information Technology Specialist 2, SG-18, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 70.1 title allocated to a salary grade 16 or above.
70.4 Transfer:
For a 70.4 transfer to this title, you must:
• have one year of permanent competitive service in a position allocated to a SG-16 or higher; and
• meet the current or anticipated open competitive minimum qualifications for this title; and
• not have failed the last promotion or open competitive examination for this title; and
• have passed an examination appropriate for this title and have standing on that eligible list.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)
Appointments via transfer must not result in a second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.
55-b/c appointment:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
For a 55 b/c appointment, you must:
• Possess the minimum qualifications for the selected title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement. (Information Technology Specialist 1 & 2 » Department of Civil Service (ny.gov) or ITS Series (ny.gov))
• Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary)
• Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/, and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request.
*If you are currently 55b/c eligible and possess a bachelor’s degree, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Duties Description • Research new security techniques and methodologies.
• Provide security assistance to Chief Information Office (CIO) units in evaluating security controls and provide secure solutions.
• Research and respond to security related questions and exception requests.
• Assist with ServiceNow ticket requests.
• Assist with new technology reviews.
• Assist with the Redesign project needs, as required.
• Assist with Statewide Financial System’s (SFS’s) security needs, as required.
• Assist with meetings on various security related topics including, but not limited to, attending, organizing, taking notes, and assessing security controls.
• Research security related items for all agency projects.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Office of the State Comptroller’s (OSC’s) security awareness program.
• Assist with training business units to classify information assets.
• Prepare security articles on security related issues that are important to OSC.
• Provide support and content for the security awareness program, as well as research security best practices for articles to include on the ISO website.
• Ensure participation, completion, and documentation of OSC’s Security Awareness training course.
Additional Comments Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated coursework in Information Security: Includes coursework such as security program management, information assurance, security policy, application security, risk management, security awareness programs, policy developments, incident response, security monitoring, vulnerability management, and penetration testing (6-11 credit hours).
• Demonstrated coursework in Security Fundamentals: Includes coursework such as fundamentals of operating systems, network, application and database security (6-11 credit hours).
• Working knowledge of:
o Security principals, information security, or information assurance.
o NIST Special Publications, FedRAMP Program, CIS Critical Security Controls, Security Policies, Access Controls (Data Protection), Vulnerability Assessment and Remediation, Encryption, or Malware Defenses.
• Demonstrated experience in researching and gathering security business requirements.
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Working knowledge of assessing risk.
• Strong analytical thinker with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate information technology and information security concepts.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruit@osc.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Office of Human Resources
110 State Street, 12th Floor
Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications to recruit@osc.ny.gov, no later than December 6, 2022. Reference Item #00806-OER-EMZ in the subject line and on the cover letter for proper routing.
If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact this Division representative:
Division contact: Susan St. George, 518-408-4115
When responding, please include the reference number and letters listed in this section only. The OER ID # should not be included.