Information Technology Specialist 4 (SG-25) Item# 00789

Duties Description Perform cyber security activities to protect New York State’s assets (data, systems and infrastructure); and collaborate with State and federal entities to identify and respond to threats and risks to New York State. Performs a variety of information security duties with little to no instruction and/or works on more technically complex cases, and supervises Information Technology Specialists 2 and 3 (Information Security) or equivalent contract staff.

• Lead and support team tasks, training, work plans, and performance reviews.
• Provide guidance to teams responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining NYSLRS information security solutions.
• Ensure that all OSC ISO security policies, standards, and directives are upheld and maintained for NYSLRS systems.
• Implement plans to mature NYSLRS information security risk analysis and management processes
• Participate in collection of data for investigative purposes as required by the ISO.
• Supervise Staff in their daily tasks and provide guidance.
  

Minimum Qualifications To be appointed to this position, you must have:

• Six (6) years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience.

AND

• One (1) year of supervisory experience.

Educational 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 (3) years of required experience.
• Any bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years of required experience.
• An associate degree with 15 semester credit hours in computer science or related field may substitute for one (1) 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 (1) year of required experience.
• A master’s degree or higher in computer science or related field substitutes for one (1) year of required experience.
  

Additional Comments Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of:

• Information Security (CIA triad, information classification, risk management).
• Information Security Frameworks (NIST Cyber Security Framework, CIS Controls).
• Vulnerability Management.

• One year of experience supporting an Oracle PeopleSoft System as a system administrator, security administrator or developer.
• Proficient in MS Excel and SQL Developer.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitating meetings, listening, and negotiating between multiple stakeholders to drive results.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly articulate information technology and information security concepts that allow the business and management to make informed decisions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  

Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:

• A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
• Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• Holiday and paid time off
• Shift and geographic pay differentials
• A committed continuous learning environment
• Informational Brown Bag sessions
• Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
• OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
• And much more