Job Description
Join the Leaders in New York State Innovation.
The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is looking for a Senior Information Technology Specialist to drive our cybersecurity initiatives. If you are a dedicated professional seeking to make a tangible impact on public service and infrastructure security, we want to hear from you.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of protecting state assets, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and leading a team of technical experts in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Secure the digital future of millions of New Yorkers.
- Competitive Compensation: Comprehensive salary package based on experience.
- Exceptional Benefits: State health benefits, pension plan, and generous paid time off.
- Stability: Enjoy the security and work-life balance of a state government career.
NY State residency is required for this position.
Responsibilities
- Lead Security Operations: Oversee and manage the daily operations of the state's cybersecurity monitoring and incident response systems to ensure 24/7 protection.
- Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential threats and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Policy Compliance: Ensure all IT systems and network architectures comply with New York State and Federal cybersecurity standards, including NY State Cybersecurity Policy (NYS-CP) and NIST frameworks.
- Technical Leadership: Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance on complex security architecture and network infrastructure projects.
- Incident Response: Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders during cybersecurity breaches or incidents to minimize downtime and data loss.
- System Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain secure network configurations for critical state applications.
Qualifications
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in information technology, with at least two (2) years focused on cybersecurity, network security, or information assurance.
- Certifications: Preferred: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM, or CompTIA Security+. Required: Possession of a valid Driver's License.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP), firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN technologies, and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Residency: Must be a resident of the State of New York at the time of appointment.