Cybersecurity Engineer (Application Security)

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 (OTI) Cyber Command is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer (Application Security) to safeguard the city’s digital infrastructure. The role focuses on identifying and mitigating security risks in software applications, supporting SSAP, and using SAST/DAST and SCA tools to monitor third‑party components across city agencies.

You will work with mentors to apply secure coding practices and stay current with OWASP guidelines while collaborating with

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree and four years of satisfactory full‑time experience related to projects and policies required by the position.
• Experience with SAST/DAST/SCA tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with OWASP Top 10 and secure coding concepts.
• Understanding of cloud concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP) and web API security practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the daily execution of the Software Security Assurance Program (SSAP) to ensure applications meet security standards prior to deployment.
• Assist with SAST and DAST security testing to identify vulnerabilities in citywide applications.
• Utilize SCA tools to identify, track, and report vulnerabilities in open-source and third-party components.
• Serve as a point of contact between developers and security teams to integrate security requirements into development workflows.
• Perform foundational security reviews of cloud vendor applications to verify compliance with city security guidelines.
• Help provide guidance and training materials to development teams based on secure coding standards and OWASP guidelines.
• Assist in updating and maintaining security documentation, guidelines, and compliance tracking frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, OWASP).
• Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats and participate in team mentorship to expand application security expertise.

Skills

SAST/DAST/SCA tools

OWASP Top 10

Cloud concepts (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Web API security (OAuth/REST)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Veracode

Checkmarx

Snyk

Burp Suite

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. Follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit www.nyc.gov/oti to learn more.

At OTI, we offer 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.

Job Description

The Cybersecurity Engineer (Application Security) will play a key supporting role in safeguarding the city's digital infrastructure by identifying and mitigating security risks in software applications. The role will support the execution of the Software Security Assurance Program (SSAP) and involves using SAST and DAST methodologies to help uncover vulnerabilities and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools to monitor third-party components across city agencies. This position offers a valuable opportunity to build technical expertise in secure coding practices while receiving structured mentorship from senior engineers.

• Participate in the daily execution of the Software Security Assurance Program (SSAP) to ensure applications meet security standards prior to deployment.
• Assist with SAST and DAST security testing to identify vulnerabilities across citywide applications.
• Utilize Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools to identify, track, and report vulnerabilities in open-source and third-party software components.
• Serve as a point of contact between developers and security teams to help integrate security requirements into development workflows.
• Perform foundational security reviews of cloud vendor applications to verify compliance with city security guidelines.
• Help provide guidance and training materials to development teams based on established secure coding standards and OWASP guidelines.
• Assist in updating and maintaining security documentation, guidelines, and compliance tracking frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, OWASP).
• Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats and actively participate in team mentorship to expand application security expertise.
• Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned.

HOURS/SHIFT

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

WORK LOCATION

Brooklyn, NY

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

IT SECURITY SPECIALIST - 95622

OTI participates in E-Verify

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 which is equivalent to "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Hands‑on exposure to standard SAST, DAST, or SCA tools (e.g., Veracode, Checkmarx, Snyk, Burp Suite) and basic vulnerability assessment techniques.
• Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, fundamental secure coding concepts, and common development languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Understanding of core cloud concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and common web API security practices (OAuth, REST).
• Understanding of municipal government operations, with the ability to communicate technical security risks to diverse agency stakeholders.
• Active pursuit or completion of entry‑level security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, eJPT, or GIAC GSEC).

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.