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Agency Information Technology Services, Office of

Title Tier 0 JSOC Analyst /Information Technology Specialist 2 (Information Security), ref 7748-0-JSOC

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade 18

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

Salary Range From $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

"Other" Explanation Thurs-Saturday 6 pm - 7 am

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Kings

Street Address 11 Metro Tech Center, Brooklyn

With the possibility of other locations statewide

City TBD

State NY

Zip Code 00000

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree* with at least 15 credit hours in cybersecurity, information assurance, or information technology.*Substitution: bachelor's degree candidates without at least 15 course credits in cyber security, information assurance, or information technology require an additional year of general information technology experience to qualify. Appropriate information security or information assurance experience may substitute for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis; an associate's degree requires an additional two years of general information technology experience.Preferred qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree with a concentration or major in Information Security, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Information Assurance, or a related field.• Certifications in one or more of the following areas:o Certificate in Computer Network Defense (e.g., GCIA, GCED,GDAT, GPPA, GCDA, GMON, GWEB, CND, ECIH, GCIH)o Certificate in Cyber Threat Intelligence (e.g., CTIA, GCTI,CCIP, CSTIR)• 1+ years’ experience in technical writing• 1+ years’ experience in the following areas:o applying and implementing network and/or system securityo information security incident responseo log analysis (e.g., firewall logs, DNS logs, proxy logs, IPS/IDSlogs)o using SIEM technologies to support in-depth investigations• Possess a working knowledge in the following areas:o computer networks, intrusion detection systems, routers, firewalls, operating systems, network vulnerability assessments, web application vulnerability assessments, computer programming and scriptingo network security solutions (e.g., intrusion detection/prevention systems, firewalls)o system administrationo vulnerability managemento computer programming and scriptingo Information Security (CIA triad, Information Classification, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Architecture & Engineering)• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to clearly articulate information technology and information security concepts to a varied audience to facilitate wide understanding.• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.

Duties Description Under the direction and support of higher-level team members within the Joint Security Operations Center (JSOC), the incumbent will be a member of a team that performs intake and initial triage of cyber security events. The incumbent will receive computer security alerts from various NYS infrastructures and will work to review, classify, prioritize, and escalate these alerts to the appropriate stakeholders.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 or critical systems.Duties include, but are not limited to:• Participate in the identification, triage, and escalation of security events.• Monitor multiple sources (phone, email, automated systems, etc.) for new security events.• Follow all established procedures, workflows, and tasks related to JSOC activities.• Ensure identified incidents are escalated efficiently.• Ensure that tickets are properly created and tracked in the ticket management system, and in a timely manner.• Ensure that trusted third party notifications are forwarded to the appropriate stakeholders.• Maintain an adequate level of current knowledge and proficiency in information security through annual Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits directly related to information security.• Perform additional duties as assigned

Additional Comments Additional details on work shift will be discussed at time of interview. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Background check and fingerprinting are required.Benefits of Working for NYSGenerous 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 developmentHealth Care Benefits• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional 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)• Up to 50% telecommuting• And many more.

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

Name Jared Bartlett

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Office of Information Technology Services

Human Resources Services - Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on Applying To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter indicating that you are applying for the Information Technology Specialist 2 (Information Security), Ref #7748-0-JSOC. Please include the Posting ID and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Your Social Security number may be required in order to confirm eligibility.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Selected candidates who are new or returning to NYS service may be required to pay for fingerprinting fees. New York State is an equal opportunity employer.