Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree, from an accredited college including or supplemented by twenty-four (24) semester credits in cyber security, network security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, information technology, information science, information systems management, network administration, or a pertinent scientific, technical or related area; or

2. A four-year high school diploma or its equivalent approved by a State’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and three years of satisfactory experience in any of the areas described in “1” above; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2”, above. College education may be substituted for up to two years of the required experience in “2” above on the basis that sixty (60) semester credits from an accredited college is equated to one year of experience. In addition, twenty-four (24) credits from an accredited college or graduate school in cyber security, network security, computer science, computer programming, computer engineering, information technology, information science, information systems management, network administration, or a pertinent scientific, technical or related area; or a certificate of at least 625 hours in computer programming from an accredited technical school (post high school), may be substituted for one year of experience.

Preferred Skills

- Familiarity with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Sentinel, Qradar, or Elastic, including basic query creation and alert review. - Understanding of endpoint detection and response tools, intrusion detection systems, and common security monitoring technologies. - Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and common network services. - Basic proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems, especially event logs, system processes, and authentication mechanisms. - Awareness of common attack techniques such as phishing, credential misuse, malware behavior, and lateral movement. - Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks, particularly MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, or NIST 800 61 incident response concepts. - Ability to interpret log data from firewalls, servers, endpoints, and cloud environments. - Strong attention to detail when reviewing alerts, correlating data, and documenting findings. - Ability to identify patterns and anomalies in large volumes of data. - Critical thinking skills to differentiate false positives from legitimate threats. - Structured problem-solving approach aligned with SOC playbooks and standard operating procedures. - Clear written communication for documenting investigations, summarizing findings, and escalating incidents. - Effective verbal communication when coordinating with senior analysts, engineers, or incident responders. - Ability to follow established processes while asking clarifying questions when needed. - Eagerness to learn and adapt to evolving threats, tools, and SOC methodologies. - Ability to work in a fast paced, high tempo environment, including shift-based operations. - Strong sense of accountability and adherence to confidentiality and security policies. - Team oriented mindset with willingness to support peers and contribute to continuous improvement.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service 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/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York 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.

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