Chief Information Security Officer

Computer Systems Manager Non-Manager

The Department of Records and Information Services is seeking to hire a Computer Systems Manager Non-Manager to serve as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The Computer Systems Manager will be responsible for compliance with the Citywide Information Security Policies and for high level support of the agency's computing infrastructure. This position requires an experienced technology professional with an understanding of modern computing practices and hands-on experience with networks, servers, software configuration standards for servers and desktop systems that are or may be attached to the enterprise network. The Computer Systems Manager responsibilities will include but are not limited to :

• Coordinate upgrades to the agency's technology with the Office of Technology and Innovation
• Oversee security awareness strategy and programs, including annual employee training and ongoing awareness campaigns to ensure all department employees understand and adhere to information technology policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with City of New York, Citywide Information Security Policies.
• Cyber Security Operations / Activities include :
• Track cyber security incidents and vulnerability reports and work on remediation of issues.
• Ensure identity and access management policies are documented.
• Produce documentation when / where needed.
• Ensure all IT systems are equipped and updated with necessary cyber protection tools.
• Continuously check for security gaps, document findings, and take necessary measures to rectify issues discovered.
• Verify patches, software updates are properly done. Missing patches, inconsistencies should be resolved.
• Analyze vulnerability reports and operationalize them by working with Tech support team member for remediation.
• Assess endpoint system health and suggest improvement or remediation steps.

Work Location : 31 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10007. This position does require traveling to our off-site facilities in Middle Village and Sunset Park.

Hours / Shift : Day / Full-time - Due to the necessary technical duties of this position, the candidate may be required to be on call and / or work various shifts such as weekends and / or evening shifts.

The position is open to applicants who are already permanent in the Computer Systems Manager title or reachable on the current civil service list.