Project/Program:
The Security Analyst will directly support the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) Information Security Program, responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information and safeguarding information technology resources at DFS.

Day-to-Day Tasks:
1. Monitor work queue, and research and address information security related user requests and process security exceptions
2. Perform daily review of system security logs, and create analysis dashboards and reports
3. Work with stakeholders to improve Data Classification, Sensitivity Labeling, and Data Loss Prevention tasks
4. Continuous learning and evaluation of new techniques and technologies
5. Identify and investigate cybersecurity incidents following approved practices and procedures
6. Engage with internal and external entities as directed to improve security posture and reduce information security risks.

Mandatory Qualification:
Security Analyst -
Plans and carries out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems.

Expert -
84+ months: Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the
top of his/her field.

Requested Qualifications:
- 84 months of experience using SIEM tools and performing log analysis
- 84 months of experience in evaluating vulnerability assessments
- 84 months of experience in software security assurance
- 84 months of experience investigating security events and/or incidents;A security event is an observable occurrence in the operation of an organization that could have security consequences; these could include, but are not limited to, anomalous logins, triggering of an EDR tool, opening/responding to a phishing email, computer system instability, etc. These are investigated to determine if they are indicative of a security incident.
- Cybersecurity Certifications (e.g. SEC+, GSEC, CISSP, CISA or CISM)
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher

We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected basis.