Job Opening: Cyber Security Administrator

Alan Macaluso, Director of Information Services, 25 South Manor Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401 JOB VACANCY: Cyber Security Administrator / Permanent/Provisional / Full-Time / Benefited LOCATION: South Manor Complex SALARY: $44.50 / hour (Grade 19) FILL DATE: June 3, 2024

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a high-level position responsible for protecting the information technology infrastructure of Ulster County. Responsibilities include providing ongoing facilitation, monitoring, and oversight of system security processes, evaluating operational and technical safeguards and protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and the information therein. The incumbent also provides direction and leadership to all County departments through education and awareness programs and the implementation of security policies, standards, and processes. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level employee with wide leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in work details. Supervision of others is not normally a function of this position. Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of standard security practices and procedures of developing and implementing an information security program; thorough knowledge of network protocols, encryption techniques, firewalls, virtual private networks, database structures, wireless communications and access security techniques; good knowledge of the current principles, practices, procedures, data privacy regulations, and compliance issues of information technology and governmental agencies; good knowledge of current threats and exploits including threat detection, analysis, and remediation; ability to perform cyber-attack trend analysis, systems analysis, evidence management, investigation coordination, and business continuity planning; ability to establish effective working relationships; ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in an emergency situation; ability to plan and problem-solve effectively.

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