Cyber Risk Analyst

New York City Office of Technology & Innovation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Office of Technology & Innovation seeks a Cyber Risk Analyst to shape risk management, build new risk frameworks, and monitor NYC agencies’ cybersecurity risks. You will work under the Cyber Command Risk Program, collaborating with senior leadership.

Requirements include a bachelor degree and four years of related experience, with familiarity in NIST, CIS, and ISO frameworks. Location: Brooklyn, NY with flexible shifts in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree with four years of related experience in projects and policies.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, SANS, PCI, ISO 27001/27002, CIS).
• Experience performing security controls assessments and risk document reviews.

Responsibilities

• Build risk processes and frameworks to monitor and evaluate risks.
• Manage projects and navigate ambiguity and challenges.
• Engage with NYC agencies to gather input and feedback on risk.
• Review risk cases, justifications, and exceptions documents.

Skills

Cyber risk mgmt

IT auditing

Policy knowledge

Security controls

OS & network basics

Project mgmt

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Threat intel

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century.

OTI offers great benefits and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.

About Cyber Command

Cyber Command is charged with protecting all City systems against cyber threats, including systems that deliver vital services to New Yorkers. Headed by the Chief Information Security Officer of the City of New York, we provide in‑depth support to over 100 agencies and offices to protect, detect, identify, respond to, and recover from cyber threats.

About This Role

The Cyber Risk Analyst will serve in the Cyber Command Risk Program under the direction of the Senior Advisor. They will help shape Cyber Command's approach to risk management, build new risk frameworks and processes, and assess and monitor NYC agencies' cybersecurity risks.

Responsibilities

• Build new risk processes and implement risk frameworks to enable better monitoring and evaluation of risks across the City;
• Manage projects, pushing through ambiguity and challenges which may arise;
• Work with stakeholders across various divisions, soliciting input and working through feedback;
• Review and analyze various cybersecurity risk cases, justifications, and exceptions documents submitted by agencies;
• Assist in developing cybersecurity risk assessment procedures and control testing methodologies based on established frameworks and guidelines;
• Assess NYC agencies' documented information security and technology policies, procedures, and practices;
• Draft risk cases accompanied by working papers, concise controls assessments, and systems testing reports;
• Present risk findings to senior leadership;
• Engage in communications with NYC agencies to assist them in successfully managing risk;
• Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.

Hours / Shift

Day – Due to the necessary technical duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, the candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.

Work Location

Brooklyn, NY

Minimum Qualifications

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full‑time experience related to projects and policies required by the particular position; or, education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Preferred Skills

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• 2–3 years of experience in cybersecurity risk management, IT auditing, or policy;
• Familiarity with cybersecurity framework(s) (NIST, SANS, PCI, ISO 27001/27002, or CIS);
• Experience performing security controls assessments;
• Knowledge of hardware, software, data, and network principles and systems related to private and/or public sector services;
• Understanding of commonly used computer operating systems, databases, network structures;
• Experience managing projects;
• Being a highly organized, motivated, and self‑directed professional;
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Investigative and analytical skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Knowledge of the current and evolving cyber threat landscape;
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics related to cybersecurity and information privacy.

Certifications preferred include:

• CompTIA Security+;
• CompTIA Network+;
• CompTIA A+;
• CompTIA CySA+;
• Cisco Certified Network Associate – CCNA;
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH);
• GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF);
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC);
• ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).

Additional preferred certifications:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP);
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC);
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).

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 not required for this position.

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.

OTI participates in E-Verify.