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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 01/06/17

Applications Due04/01/17

Vacancy ID35803

NY HELPNo

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitlePrivacy and Data Security Analyst - Internet and Technology Bureau (NYC)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 120 Broadway

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10271

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications/Skills:
•Bachelor’s degree required but advanced degree preferred;
•Candidates with experience in any of the following areas preferred:
o Programming and web development tools, including JAVA, Python, PHP and Ruby;
o Online privacy and data security; and
o Social media research.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills;
•Highly organized, self-directed, and resourceful;
•Personable and positive, with a high level of integrity; and
•Interest in public policy and social/economic justice.

Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General (“OAG”) seeks a full-time privacy and data security analyst within the Economic Justice Division for the Bureau of Internet and Technology located in New York City. The Bureau of Internet and Technology conducts investigations and commences civil litigation based upon consumer complaints and legal concerns regarding internet and technology-based issues. The selected candidate will assist the bureau’s attorneys in identifying matters warranting investigation as well as furthering those investigations and prosecutions. Entry-level, as well as experienced applicants, are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:
•Identifying and using tools to monitor data transmissions and analyze data streams;
•Examining source codes of websites and applications in multiple environments (including phones and tablets) to identify potential vulnerabilities and security flaws;
•Reviewing data breach notifications and assisting in investigations;
•Advising the Bureau on a wide range of internet and technology issues, e.g., privacy, computer security, and encryption standards;
•Compiling, summarizing, and succinctly presenting research on relevant entities and issues;
•Litigation support including drafting affidavits and letters; and
•Performing other duties as required.

Additional Comments Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the Office of the New York State Attorney General website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

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

Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief

Telephone

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

Legal Recruitment Bureau - 120 Broadway

City New York, NY

State NY

Zip Code 10271

 

Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our website at http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No. BIT_NYC_PDSA_6035

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
• Resume
• List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses
• Writing Sample
• Transcript (if less than five years postgraduate)
Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.
If you have questions about a position with the OAG, the application process or assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov.

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