Information Technology Specialist 3 Information Security - 10027 at NYS Office of Information Technology Services

Description

Duties Description

Under the direction of senior team members within the Chief Information Security Office (CISO)/Governance & Compliance (GC)/Cyber Education and Awareness section, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of the Chief Information Security Office’s cybersecurity education and awareness program. The candidate will be responsible for assisting with one or more of the following: the cybersecurity awareness and outreach program, tabletop exercise development and delivery, phishing services, and cybersecurity training. As part of the Education and Awareness team, the candidate may also be asked to assist in the execution of cybersecurity exercises and training or outreach and awareness activities for CISO.

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, critical systems, NYS agencies, or ITS. Additional information on work schedule will be provided during interview.

Specific Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assist with cybersecurity awareness programs and activities in NYS, including representing ITS CISO at booth exhibits.
• Draft and review cybersecurity communications.
• Disseminate cybersecurity materials to heighten awareness and knowledge of best practices.
• Support implementing activities and messaging for NYS’s participation in National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, NYS “Kids Safe Online” Poster Contest, and other cybersecurity awareness campaigns.
• Support the coordination of educational campaigns, including cybersecurity competitions.
• Maintain channels of communication to targeted audiences (State and local government, education sectors, and citizens).
• Measure and track outreach outcomes and effectiveness.
• Research appropriate cybersecurity awareness and education options.
• Solicit and organize internal stakeholders’ training needs.
• Assist in the preparation of documents.
• Schedule and participate in training and exercise meetings.
• Assist in tracking training outcomes and effectiveness.
• Support tabletop exercise and phishing campaigns.
• Assist in the development of documents for exercise scenarios, including after-action reports and improvement plans.
• Schedule planning meetings to coordinate exercise and training logistics with stakeholders.
• Assist in the coordination of exercise and training requirements including venues and equipment.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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.