Homeland Security Program Analyst 1

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will report to the Public Safety Unit within the Office of Counter Terrorism. Description The incumbent of this position will report to the Public Safety Unit within the Office of Counter Terrorism. Duties Include But Are Not Limited To The Following Develop, implement, evaluate and analyze New York State’s Red Team initiative. Through real time exercise, Red Team activities identify strengths and gaps in New York State’s suspicious activity reporting programs, and New York State’s security and counter terrorism posture. Coordinate and conduct outreach regarding suspicious activity reporting programs to the public and private sector and target audiences. Suspicious activity reporting programs support the early recognition and reporting of potential terrorist activity to the New York State Intelligence Center (NYSIC) and law enforcement. Conduct analysis on identified topics or program areas to evaluate New York State’s security and counter terrorism posture, and provide findings, both in written and presentation form, to executive staff and other audiences as requested. Conduct comprehensive research on select homeland security/public security policy trends at the state, federal and international levels interacting extensively with agency representatives, subject matter experts, advisory services and legal resources as relevant. Draft preliminary reports, recommendations and alternatives based on gathered information. Plan, organize and conduct analytical studies involving the development and implementation of major agency projects and initiatives. Develop gap and risk analyses, documenting current, expected, and required resources for management review/approval. Draft correspondence, policy, white papers, standards, bulletins, advisories, progress reports and study results on targeted topics. Represent the agency at conferences, meetings and in program reviews as appropriate. Support the development of project plans, deliverables and analytical analysis for executive review. Develop and present targeted information for first responders, county, local and state stakeholders, and staff on programs of the Office of Counter Terrorism. Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications NON-COMPETITIVE Six years of experience in intelligence analysis, homeland security, counter terrorism, emergency preparedness analysis and assessment, or investigations. Substitution: An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience. NOTE: To determine work experience, resumes must include month and year for start and end dates. If any of this experience is less than full time you must indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Also, please note that due to the anticipated response to this announcement, your resume must clearly define your analysis experience outlined above or you will be disqualified from consideration of an interview. Additional Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties. NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines. The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination. In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr