What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Specialist 3 (Information Security) position at New York State Thruway Authority?
Description
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this role will lead Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) activities with a focus on threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessments. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience**.
A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one year of required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
This is a Unit 2, CSEA position. The NYS Thruway Authority offers an extensive benefits package, including but not limited to paid time off, sick leave incentive, membership to the NYS Retirement System, and 90% tuition assistance.
We offer FREE onsite employee parking.
Telecommuting availability and work hours will be discussed at time of interview.
Additional Pay Information
The salary range for this position includes all applicable annual components of pay which are:
Base Pay Range from Hiring Rate $83,924 up to Job Rate $117,293.
Recruitment & Retention Pay: $7,000.
Eligibility For Employment
All potential candidates for this position must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment and throughout your employment with the New York State Thruway Authority. If appointed, you will be required to produce documents that verify your identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, and the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Please be advised, the New York State Thruway Authority does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
The New York State Thruway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals including women, people of color, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, familial status, citizen or immigration status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The Thruway Authority is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on the referenced characteristics and other federal and state protected characteristics.
The New York State Thruway Authority provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Bureau of Accessibility, Equity, Diversity and Employee Engagement at accommodations@thruway.ny.gov or call (518) 471-4321.
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), this role will lead Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) activities with a focus on threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessments. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Lead SOC operations including threat monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability scanning.
- Monitor the evolving threat landscape and assess risks to Authority systems.
- Conduct and support risk assessments to identify and evaluate threats to information systems.
- Analyze security events and logs to identify potential threats and escalate as needed.
- Perform root cause analysis and provide remediation recommendations for security incidents.
- Support and enhance incident response plans and proactive threat investigations.
- Collaborate with IT and business units to identify and mitigate risks.
- Train and mentor staff on security event monitoring and analysis.
- Supervise SOC team members and manage resources effectively.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one year of required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in security event monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools and EDR solutions.
- Strong understanding of information security principles, risk management, and intrusion detection systems.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, performing vulnerability scans, and managing remediation efforts.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, security architecture, and threat intelligence.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
This is a Unit 2, CSEA position. The NYS Thruway Authority offers an extensive benefits package, including but not limited to paid time off, sick leave incentive, membership to the NYS Retirement System, and 90% tuition assistance.
We offer FREE onsite employee parking.
Telecommuting availability and work hours will be discussed at time of interview.
Additional Pay Information
The salary range for this position includes all applicable annual components of pay which are:
Base Pay Range from Hiring Rate $83,924 up to Job Rate $117,293.
Recruitment & Retention Pay: $7,000.
Eligibility For Employment
All potential candidates for this position must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment and throughout your employment with the New York State Thruway Authority. If appointed, you will be required to produce documents that verify your identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, and the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Please be advised, the New York State Thruway Authority does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
The New York State Thruway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals including women, people of color, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, familial status, citizen or immigration status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The Thruway Authority is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on the referenced characteristics and other federal and state protected characteristics.
The New York State Thruway Authority provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Bureau of Accessibility, Equity, Diversity and Employee Engagement at accommodations@thruway.ny.gov or call (518) 471-4321.
Salary : $90,294 - $124,293