Manager Information Technology Services 1 Information Security - 9318

Overview Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Technology within the New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) Dedicated Support division, Division of the Budget section (DOB), the Manager, Information Technology Services 1, Information Security, SG-27, will direct and manage the day‑to‑day operations of an information security unit, supporting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the agency’s information assets. The incumbent will act independently in alignment with agency and upper‑level management strategic direction and communicate orally and in writing with management, users, vendors, and IT staff. The incumbent will also coordinate with ITS teams and agency leadership to resolve technically complex and politically sensitive issues under pressure. Responsibilities Maintain familiarity with each client agency’s business functions and requirements. Assist each agency in complying with NYS information security policies, standards, protocols, cybersecurity best practices, and regulatory requirements. Assist each agency in evaluating, understanding, and appropriately managing information security risks. Respond to incidents that pose a security risk. Advise each agency on security considerations related to procurement of products and services. Support each agency in maintaining information classification for IT systems, solutions, and data sets in alignment with NYS policy. Ensure security engineering and architecture considerations are addressed in services and systems designs. Disseminate threat information to support ITS teams and agencies, pursuant to approved protocols and processes. Lead, participate, and help coordinate responses to potential security incidents. Escalate security concerns and report incidents to the applicable entities, pursuant to approved protocols and processes. Promote and develop information security awareness and programs to benefit the agencies. Contribute to the development of NYS policies and standards. Maintain an adequate level of current knowledge and proficiency in information security through annual Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits directly related to information security. Serve as Project Security Lead for ITS and supported agency projects and initiatives. Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities. Fingerprinting may be required. May require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Qualifications Non‑competitive: Seven years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience, including one year at the supervisory level. Substitutions: Three years of required experience can be substituted by a bachelor’s or higher‑level degree with fifteen semester credit hours in computer science or a related field. Two years of required experience can be substituted by a bachelor’s degree. One year of required experience can be substituted by an associate degree with fifteen semester credit hours in computer science or a related field. One year of required experience can be substituted by an associate degree with fifteen semester credit hours in computer science or a related field for a bachelor’s degree program with at least fifteen semester credit hours in the same area. A master’s degree or higher in computer science or a related field substitutes for one year of required experience. Preferred: Applicable Information Security certificates such as SysAdmin, Audit, Network, and Security (SANS) certification or equivalent. Benefits 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 for participation 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer and recognizes that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYS Office of Information Technology Services