Manager Information Technology Services 1 Information Security ref#19

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 11/02/26

Applications Due11/12/26

Vacancy ID228149

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NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleManager Information Technology Services 1 Information Security ref#19

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade27

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

Salary RangeFrom $111708 to $137590 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 31 British American Blvd

City Latham

StateNY

Zip Code12110

Duties Description

The position requires an incumbent to act with a great deal of independence and leadership in alignment with CISO and ITS management strategic direction. The position requires communicating orally and in writing with various individuals including management, users, peers within the agency and outside government entities, and the occasional public request for clarification. The incumbent must be able to communicate clearly with subordinate staff regarding work priorities and performance. The incumbent will have to work with ITS teams and upper-level agency management to resolve technically complex and politically sensitive issues under pressure. The position will be responsible for making sure staff are trained, mentored, and proficient in all aspects of the section's responsibilities.

The position will be part of the CISO Incident Response program and may require periodic 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.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Direct, oversee, and manage work performed by the section and its staff.
• Participate in all section activities as well as in bureau leadership activities. Together with the other two section managers, maintain constant communications within the bureau and with the Director.
• Carry out the overall vision and direction of the section and its three units (Policy Management, Audit Artifact Review, and Exception Management), including: the development of strategic plans to continue to revise and improve upon the section's work, the maintenance of current and strategic staffing plans, and the maintenance and development of unit charters and RACI documentation.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of all statewide cybersecurity policies, standards, processes, and procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert regarding NYS cybersecurity policies and standards, as well as their related documents and regulatory sources, to help ensure they remain consistent with new trends, regulations, and requirements for robust cybersecurity.
• Oversee the security exception review process for statewide information cybersecurity policies and standards compliance.
• Supervise the audit artifact review process, in which the team reviews documents involved in audit assessments to determine appropriate redactions of sensitive data based on associated risk, policies, and confidentiality requirements in compliance with the agencys audit response procedures.
• Maintain awareness and provide input on security matters for internal and external audits that are underway for ITS and its customer agencies.
• Manage staff and resources dedicated to the section, including the full range of supervisory duties.
• Understand and implement the CISO Employee Development initiative to ensure that all section staff have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop their cybersecurity skills
• Monitor and stay aware of information security industry trends, tools and techniques.
• Assist CISO leadership with overall management of bureau activities as needed.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications This is an internal promotion opportunity.

Manager Information Technology Services 1 (Information Security)

Non-competitive: Seven years of information technology, cybersecurity, or information assurance experience*, including one year at the supervisory level.

Or

One year of state service as an Information Technology Specialist 4 (Information Security)

• Substitutions: A bachelors 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.

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

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.

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