Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security), ref 25RTA (Albany)

Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security)

ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time. This position will be located in Latham, NY with the possibility of NYC or Rochester. Under the direction and support of senior team members within the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) / Integrated Cyber Command Center / Red Team, the Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security), SG-25 will be a member of the team that is responsible for advanced security testing of systems and applications, support and management of the secure lab environment, and the automation of processes within the Cyber Command Center. The incumbent will assist in security reviews, perform penetration testing using offensive security and other techniques that are often employed by an adversary. The incumbent will also participate in the automation of CyCom processes, the management and support of the CyCom secure lab environment, and the development of cyber security training materials.

The ideal candidate would have experience with cyber security, offensive security, penetration testing, computer networks, intrusion detection systems, routers, firewalls, operating systems, network vulnerabilities, and web application vulnerabilities. Other desirable skills include computer programming, scripting, databases, database queries, and reporting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. This position requires off-shift work on an ad-hoc basis and occasional travel. Additional information on shift and travel will be discussed at time of interview. Specific duties include, but are not limited to :

• Perform advanced computer security testing of systems and applications for ITS and its client agencies using specialize testing tools, techniques, and procedures.
• Create technical reports with both deep technical details and executive summary information.
• Participate in the development and improvement of CyCom automation activities.
• Create training materials and standard operating procedures for the Red Team.
• Manage and support the CyCom secure lab environment, including all hardware, software, and networking.
• Assist the Cyber Incident Response Team with digital forensics and incident response activities, as needed.
• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities and additional duties as assigned.

Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security)

Non-competitive : seven years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience

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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree with a concentration or major in Information Security, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, Information Assurance, or a related field

Applicable Information Security certificate(s), including but not limited to :

Certificate in Computer Network Defense (e.g., GCIA, GCED, GDAT, GPPA, GCDA, GMON, GWEB, CND, ECIH, GCIH)

Certificate in Cyber Threat Intelligence (e.g., CTIA, GCTI, CCIP, CSTIR)

Certificate in Digital Forensics (e.g., ACE, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, GNFA)

Certificate in Penetration Testing (e.g., GPEN, CEH, GAWN, GWAPT, LPT)

3+ years' experience in technical writing

2+ years' experience in the following areas :

Penetration testing and applying offensive security techniques.

Computer programming and web application development.

Developing scripts and code to exploit weakness in computer systems.

IT systems administration.

Support and management of computer networks, intrusion detection systems, routers, firewalls, operating systems.

Conducting web application and network vulnerability assessments.

Applying and implementing network and / or system security.

Information security incident response.

Cyber digital forensics.

Log analysis (e.g., firewall logs, DNS logs, proxy logs, IPS / IDS logs)

Using SIEM technologies to support in-depth investigations.

Using computer security investigation tools (e.g. FTK).

Working knowledge of :

Government security and privacy mandates / regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA, PCI, IRS Pub 1075, CJIS)

Information Security (CIA triad, Information Classification, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Architecture & Engineering)

Information Security Frameworks (NIST Cyber Security Framework, CIS Controls, ISO 2700 series)

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.