Manhattan District Attorney's Office

Division/Unit: Information Technology

CS Title: Deputy Chief Information Technology Officer

Position Title: Deputy Director/Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Salary Range: $130,000 - $165,000

Job Description:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate Managerial opening for a Deputy Director/Senior Cyber Security Engineer in its Information Technology Department. In this position, working closely with the Director of Information Technology and the Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI), the successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams, including IT, network engineering, and cybersecurity, to design, implement and maintain security solutions that safeguard our network infrastructure and computer systems. The candidate will be responsible for the compliance of IT systems, applications and networks with security policies and information protection strategies; develop, publish, and maintain Agency information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines; provide technical guidance and training to information "owners," agency IT teams, and design and implement programs for user awareness, and security compliance monitoring. The candidate will analyze potential security risks or breaches that have occurred and implement widely accepted and automated technologies to mitigate these risks/breaches and harden security systems for effective defense. The candidate will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities and potential threats, conducting risk assessments, and developing and implementing security solutions to mitigate risks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee Cyber Security Governance and Controls.
• Supervise a Cyber Security Analyst and the Cisco Infrastructure Team.
• Plan, develop, implement, and update agency information security strategy that will increase the Agency’s overall information security posture. 
• Manage the daily use and administration of strategic cyber risk and long-term threat intelligence products. 
• Educate and train staff on security best practices.
• Perform security assessments.
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management.
• Lead in developing communications for end users and stakeholders around cyber security issues.
• Develop and implement a user cybersecurity awareness and training program.
• Monitors threat intelligence feeds to identify a range of threats, including indicators of compromise and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Manage cyber security private/public and Federal/City relationships; and manage special cyber security projects, as assigned.
• Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Stay up to date on information technology trends and cyber security standards.
• Perform other related and necessary tasks as needed.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, all candidates must possess the following: 

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college; and
2. At least two (2) years' experience administering Information Security Software and Controls; and
3. At least two (2) years' experience analyzing Security System Logs, Security Tools, and Data; and
4. At least two (2) years' experience creating, modifying, and updating Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• Must communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and investigative skills.
• Ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy and security assessments.
• Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Must be able to independently learn and master new skills and subject matters.
• Current knowledge of diverse products and services related to cyber security and IT organization.
• Related experience in Information Technology or Information Security.
• Security Certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), GIAC Security Essentials Certifications, GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst, Global Information Assurance Certification.
• Master’s degree in a related area.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume. 

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position. 
• Looking for candidates that could commit to one (1) year to the hiring Unit. 
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. 

Minimum Qualification Requirements: 

1. 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four years of satisfactory, full-time progressively responsible experience using information technology in computer applications programming, systems programming, computer systems development, data telecommunications, database administration, planning of data/information processing, user services, or area networks, at least 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory capacity in the areas of computer applications programming, systems programming, computer systems development, data telecommunications, data base administration, or planning of data processing or in the supervision of staff performing these duties.
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or recognized accrediting organization and eight years of experience as described in "1" above, including the 18 months of experience in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity as described in “1” above.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness:

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office serves and protects the People of New York through the fair administration of justice, without fear or favor. The Office’s professional staff perform a variety of key functions, including supporting the Trial, Investigation, and Appeals Divisions, as well as other prosecution support and office functions. Our support staff receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, as well as unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

The New York County District Attorney’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and culturally responsive workforce. Given the diverse nature of our community, the ability to work with people of different backgrounds is critical. The Office seeks to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. To that end, all applicants will be considered without regard to actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, age, prior record of arrest; or any other basis prohibited by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

The Professional Staff Recruitment Team at DANY supports the Office’s initiatives to have a staff that reflects the diversity of the community that we serve. We seek employees that are interested in a career in the public sector and will support the Office’s initiative of Moving Justice Forward.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Recruitment@dany.nyc.gov.