Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleInformation Technology Specialist 3 Information Security - 10884

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

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

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 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 and support of senior team members, the incumbent will assist in responding to cyber-attacks and in conducting investigations of cyber security events reported by state entities, the Cyber Command Center, and other sources. Response efforts may include log analysis, malware analysis, network capture analysis, reverse engineering of malicious code, computer forensics, network forensics, and post intrusion analysis.
The ideal candidate will have experience with cyber security, digital forensics, computer networks, intrusion detection systems, routers, firewalls, operating systems, network vulnerability assessments, and web application vulnerability assessments. Other desired skills include computer programming, scripting, databases, database queries, and reporting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. This position requires off-shift work on an ad-hoc basis and occasional travel.
The incumbent will assist and perform incident response and digital forensic activities as part of cyber incident investigations.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist Incident Response and Forensic activities related to computer security incidents
• Utilize specialized computer investigation tools, techniques, and procedures
• Assist IR coordination efforts with internal (HR) and external organizations (i.e.: law enforcement or inspector general)
• Collect/seize evidence and maintain chain of custody
• Assist with digital forensic analysis and malware analysis
• Perform log analysis
• Assist with identifying elements to prove a crime or other violation has been committed
• Assist with all phases of research maintenance and support of digital forensics lab infrastructure. This will include but not limited to evidence handling, tracking evidence inventory, setting up and maintaining appropriate hardware and software tools to facilitate incident response, digital forensics, and supporting ongoing research, including malware analysis and reverse engineering etc.
• Draft technical reports and executive summary related to cyber security incidents and events as directed by Senior Team members
• Assist with developing documentation on standard operating procedures

Minimum Qualifications Information Technology Specialist 3 (Information Security)

Non-competitive: five years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience**.

**Substitutions: A bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field including or supplemented by 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field substitutes for three years of required experience; any bachelor’s substitutes for two years of required experience. An associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute for one year of required experience. Candidates in a bachelor’s degree program with at least 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute such credits for one year of required experience. A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field 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.