Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleSAE Information Security Analyst, Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security), SG-25, ref #5322M-23R
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $93530 to $117875 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Street Address Harriman State Office Campus Building 5, Albany
OR New York City or other locations statewide*
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree* with at least 15 credit hours in cyber security, information assurance, or information technology; and three years of information technology experience, including two years of information security or information assurance experience**.
*Substitution: bachelor's degree candidates without at least 15 course credits in cyber security, information assurance, or information technology require an additional year of general information technology experience to qualify. Appropriate information security or information assurance experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis; an associate's degree requires an additional two years of general
information technology experience.
**Experience solely in information security or information assurance may substitute for the general information technology experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Good oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly articulate information technology and information security concepts to a varied audience to facilitate wide understanding
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills
• Demonstrated skill in facilitating meetings, listening, and negotiating between multiple stakeholders to drive results
Duties Description Under the direction of an Information Security Officer within the Chief Information Security Office/Information Security Engineering/Secure Architecture and Engineering section, the position will be a member of a Security Architecture team that provides security services to one or more ITS groups, and other CISO teams. The incumbent may supervise subordinate staff and will act as a team member providing in-depth information security consulting and services aligned with business needs of the ITS and its client agencies to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and systems.
The position requires an incumbent to act with a great deal of independence in alignment with CTO and upper-level CISO management strategic direction. The position requires technical expertise in a broad range of areas to permit working directly with technical teams throughout ITS. The position requires communicating orally and in writing with various individuals including management, users, vendors, and other IT staff. The incumbent will have to work with ITS teams and upper-level agency management to resolve technically complex and politically sensitive issues under pressure.
The position requires availability during off-shift hours to ensure appropriate response to security incidents or other critical activities that may impact sensitive information, critical systems, NYS agencies, or ITS.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Provide technical security reviews of systems and architecture.
• Identify risks in new and existing system design and architecture.
• Participate in workgroups to develop solutions and standards for IT systems.
• Participate in regular meetings with CTO technical teams, to ensure that security is a consideration of the design and operation of CTO systems, in areas such as platforms, identity management, networking, and other shared services.
• Serve as an information security expert and evaluates systems and contract for alignment with agency and State information security policies for systems developed by CTO.
• Ensure that all communications, processes, and teams within Information Security Engineering are done in consideration of the operational concerns and workloads of peer teams throughout CISO and CTO, and that staff always maintain the collaborative attitude and open communications required to successfully carry out the mission of CISO and CTO.
• Provide security reviews for ITS shared services and applications and collaborate with CTO groups to provide software architectural guidance, training, and support.
• Monitor and remain aware of information security industry trends, tools, and techniques
• Provide recommendations for secure/hardened configurations of servers, platforms, networks, and other IT systems.
• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities.
Additional Comments Background check and fingerprinting are required.
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Additional details on work shift will be discussed at time of interview.
*Please note, this position may be filled in either Albany, NYC, or other locations statewide.
Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Up to 50% telecommuting
• And many more.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address postingresponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Street Office of Information Technology Services
Human Resources Services - Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please submit a resume and cover letter indicating you are applying for Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security) Ref #5322M-23R and include the vacancy ID. In your cover letter, please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Selected candidates who are new or returning to NYS service may be required to pay for fingerprinting fees. New York State is an equal opportunity employer.