Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyState Police, Division of

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 760 Troy Schenectady Road

City Latham

StateNY

Zip Code12110

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications One year of permanent service in a SG-12 position or higher,

OR

A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems,
OR
An Associate's Degree, and a total or two (2) years of experience in the following computer-related areas: Axon; Evidence.com

OR

A total of four (4) years of experience in the following computer-related areas: network, server, storage, and systems management; telecommunications; IT customer support and training; computer installation; diagnosis and repair; technical writing; computer security; knowledge management; database administration, design and management; internet/intranet development, design, and maintenance; information technology project management; design and development of geographic information systems or computer aided drafting applications; computer programming; business/systems analysis; program design; or program testing.
Preference will be given to candidates who possess one or more of the following:

One or more of the following Information Security certifications:

o(ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
o(ISACA) Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
o(ISACA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Possess knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, functions, goals, objectives and workflow of Division programs;

Possess working knowledge of the implications of applicable laws, rules and regulations governing the Division and its employees as it relates to information security;

Possess knowledge and understanding of the major hardware and software systems currently in use by the Division, including their capabilities and limitations;

Possess knowledge of trends and current developments in information security;

Have experience in program development; including problem identification, research into alternative solutions, selection of a cost-effective solution, implementing procedures, and evaluating the results;

Have the ability to organize and present support for recommendations and programs both orally and in writing;

Have the ability to work effectively with end users and technology service providers;

Experience in remediating Cyber Security Risk based on the NIST Special Publication 800-53r4 security framework, which has been adopted by New York State as the minimal best practices for Information Security.

Duties Description The Information Technology Specialist 2, SG-18 assigned to the Business Integration Services Unit (BISU) will provide technology and support services to the State Police Field Operations. This position will report to the Technical Lieutenant with each Troop's Communications Supervisor providing administrative supervision and coordination as needed.

DUTIES

Ensuring Division compliance with applicable state and federal information security.

Actively participate in project and process design, including review of business processes and proposed technology solutions to ensure that they meet Division's technology and security requirements.

Participate in Division's audit program to ensure internal and external security program requirements are being carried out effectively and efficiently.

Responsible for monitoring information security violations and incidents; conducting inquiries, assessing potential damage, and recommending corrective or preventative action, as appropriate in conjunction with ITS.

Working with ITS establishing, maintaining and ensuring the implementation of access control policies, procedures and systems that aim to prevent unauthorized access, modification, disclosure, misuse, manipulation or destruction of information stored on computer systems and networks.

Review ITS and vendor contracts, service level agreements, memorandum of understanding language, and other documents to verify needs, requirements, and alignment with State Police policies and standards.

Establishing and maintaining a program to classify data utilized in Division's business processes based on its need for confidentiality, integrity and/or availability; adhering to Division policies, as well as State and Federal policies.

Developing, implementing and administering an agency information security risk assessment program.
Establishing and administering an information security awareness program.

Representing the NYSP regarding information security matters with other New York State agencies and outside organizations.

Determines strategies for system security, system architecture, and for disaster recovery and other methods to maintain continuity of business operations to executive management.

Monitoring Division's technology resources for misuse, including audit logs.

Analyze Division's information security requirements (including security requirements for hardware, software and architecture that transports, processes and/or stores Division data), make appropriate recommendations and ensure the requirements are met.

Acts as information security lead on projects and initiatives to ensure security by design through implementation of the Secure Systems Development Lifecycle (SSDLC).

Identifies, evaluates, reports, and advises executive management on cybersecurity risks, with consideration for compliance and regulatory requirements.

Additional duties as directed by the Major - Administration.

Additional Comments Résumés will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with the disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518)457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.

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

Contact Information

Name Mr. Christopher Siciliano, Director of Human Resources

Telephone 518-457-3840

Fax

Email Address Personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Address

Street 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 22

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingKindly submit a letter of intent, complete resume, and transcripts via Email to personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov.

Place in the Subject line: ITS2
**Please include in the subject line of the email which Troop locations you are interested in.**