Cybersecurity Engineer (Network Security)

Join TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION to help strengthen network security for New York City government. This onsite role focuses on building defensible security infrastructure, closing gaps across agencies, and supporting secure workflows through continuous monitoring and cyber defense automation.

Location: Brooklyn, NY (onsite)
Compensation: USD 75,000 - 95,000 per year
Experience: 4+ years
Education: baccalaureate degree from an accredited college

What you’ll do

• Conduct security reviews, identify gaps in security architecture, and develop a security risk management plan
• Design, build, install, configure, and test dedicated cyber defense systems (hardware and software)
• Implement Network Security Monitoring and Continuous Security Monitoring solutions
• Operate and administer cyber defense applications and software
• Partner with technical and non-technical teams to integrate security controls and procedures into day-to-day workflows
• Automate controls and redundant processes where possible
• Coordinate with cybersecurity vendors to support procurement of cybersecurity solutions
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned

What you bring

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to projects and policies required for the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional experience architecting and operating security frameworks on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Experience communicating effectively across internal and external organizations for complex, mission-critical solutions
• Security and cloud certifications such as CySA+, GCIA, CCSP, or vendor certifications (Google Compute Platform, AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Programming and scripting experience using languages including C++, Python, Java, C#, Perl (as applicable)
• At least 3 years of information security experience in a large enterprise environment
• Hands-on skill configuring and using software-based cybersecurity tools and cybersecurity hardware components
• Knowledge of network protocols including TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, DNS, and directory services
• Hands-on experience in at least two areas: network security engineering, email security, or cloud security
• Experience with Windows and Linux
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivation with a commitment to learning and continuous improvement

Schedule and work environment

• Day schedule, with possible requirement to work various shifts due to necessary technical duties in a 24/7 operation, including weekends and/or nights/evenings

Technology areas

• AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Google Compute Platform
• CySA+, GCIA, CCSP
• C++, Python, Java, C#, Perl
• Windows, Linux
• TCP/IP, Dynamic Host Configuration, DNS

Loan forgiveness and eligibility

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, visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Equal opportunity and residency

Residency requirement: New York City Residency is not required.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.

How to apply

Interested applicants with other civil service titles who meet the preferred requirements should also submit a resume for consideration.