Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/10/26
Applications Due: 03/25/26
Vacancy ID: 211261
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleInformation Technology Specialist 2 Information Security - 10637
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
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 31 British American Blvd.
City Latham
StateNY
Zip Code12110
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the direction of senior team members within the Chief Information Security Office/Governance, Risk, & Compliance/Governance, Compliance, Awareness, & Training (GCAT) Awareness and Training team, the candidate will be responsible for supporting the cyber training program, including monitoring budget and procurements, tracking of training activities for all Chief Information Security Office (CISO) staff, and the development of a cybersecurity exercise service. As part of the Awareness and Training team, the candidate may also be asked to assist in the promotion of cybersecurity awareness and outreach.
The position requires communicating orally and in writing with various individuals including management, users, vendors, and other IT staff. 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.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
• Support various aspects of the CISO training program, including cybersecurity training activities to build core competencies and capabilities for CISO staff
• Schedule and participate in training and exercise meetings
• Support tabletop exercise and phishing programs
• Support and participate in national, state, and local government exercises focused on cybersecurity
• Assist in the development of documents for exercise scenarios, including after-action reports and improvement plans
• Schedule planning meetings to coordinate exercise and training logistics with stakeholders
• Assist in the coordination of exercise and training requirements including venues and equipment
Minimum Qualifications Information Technology Specialist 2 (Information Security)
Non-competitive: two years* of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience.
*Substitutions:
A bachelor's or higher-level degree including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science subsittues for both years of required experience; or a bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field substitutes for one year of required experience; 60 semester credit hours including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science substitutes for one year of required experience.
Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.
Some positions may require fingerprinting.
Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.
If eligible, positions located in New York City will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
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)
• And many more.
The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name ITS Human Resources
Telephone 518-473-0398
Fax 518-402-4924
Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Street Empire State Plaza
Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12220
Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.
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