Cybersecurity Analyst Level 1-7 (Stealth Watch/Network Security)

Description

Job Title:        Cybersecurity Analyst, Network Analytics Levels 1-7

Salary Range:  Level 1: $82,857 - $105,000

                            Level 2: $87,685 - $115,500

                          Level 3: $95,929 - $127,050

                          Level 4: $102,760 - $139,755

                          Level 5: $114,537 - $153,731

                          Level 6: $124,311 - $169,104

                          Level 7: $140,917 - $186,014

POINTS:            Level 1 - 282

                           Level 2 - 323

                           Level 3 - 393

                           Level 4 - 451

                           Level 5 – 551

                           Level 6 – 634

                           Level 7 – 775

DEPT/DIV:           MTA Information Technology/ Office of IT Cyber Security Services

SUPERVISOR:    Cyber Security Officer, Monitoring 

LOCATION:         2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004

HOURS OF WORK:       12:00am – 8:30am (7.5hours/day)

                                        8:00am – 4:30pm (7.5hours/day)

                                        3:30pm – 12:00am (7.5hours/day)

This position is eligible for telework which is currently 2 days per week. New Hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

The purpose of this position is to provide critical technical expertise in the detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity events primarily network attack vector alerts generated by network analytics tools such as Cisco Stealthwatch.. Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for early and accurate detection, prevention response, containment, and guidance to remediation of threats directed against the MTA on a 24/7 basis. The analysis is conducted through technology risk assessments, data analytics tools, business processes reviews and collaborate with security engineers, architects, developers, vendors, business units to constantly improve the overall security of the MTA.  The cybersecurity analyst will focus on specific domains and specialties within cybersecurity with a great degree of specialty to detect, protect and advise the organization proactively and reactively.

Level 1

• Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.) preferred as needed
• Understanding of Operating Systems
• Understanding of TCP/IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required (OSI Layers 5-7) required.

Level 2

Same as Level 1 with the following additional qualifications

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and support technical issues.
• Proven ability to analyze a security risk assessment
• Understanding of Operating Systems
• Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.) preferred as needed.

Level 3

Same as Level 2 with the following additional qualifications

• Proven ability to analyze a security risk assessment or conduct one with guidance
• Understanding of TCP/IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required (OSI Layers 5-7) required.
• Understanding of Operating Systems and Hardware
• Requires prior experience with installing, maintaining and troubleshooting technology systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and support technical issues using standardized procedures.

Level 4

Same as Level 3 with the following additional qualifications

• Proven ability to analyze and/or conduct a security risk assessment
• Advanced understanding of TCP/IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required (OSI Layers 5-7) required.
• Proven ability to independently evaluate and resolve most problems within an area of infrastructure, applications within a security domain context.
• Scripting or programming skills (PERL, Python, PowerShell, etc.).

Level 5

Same as Level 4 with the following additional qualifications

• Progressive cybersecurity related accomplishments
• Requires broad technical knowledge of multiple technologies, or an in-depth knowledge of one technology including its impact on other technologies.

Level 6

Same as Level 5 with the following additional qualifications

• Expert understanding of TCP/IP (OSI Layers 1– 4) and Internet and Intranet technologies required (OSI Layers 5-7) required.
• Requires seasoned expertise in multiple technologies and strong understanding of the current and future technology architecture, including the inter-operability of technologies.
• Verifiable implementation of security domain controls for enterprise technologies
• Advanced ability to conduct and analyze a security risk assessment

Level 7

Same as Level 6 with the following  additional qualifications

• Requires proven track record of successful implementation of architectural designs.
• Significant practical expertise in cybersecurity related disciplines.
• Advanced understanding of Operating Systems and Hardware
• Expert ability to conduct and analyze a security risk assessment

Level 1

• Basic knowledge and familiarity with monitoring, installing, maintaining and/or troubleshooting cybersecurity related issues associated with applications and/or infrastructure systems
• Associate degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Level 2

• Associate degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields. 
• 6 months of experience in a specific (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.) cybersecurity domain is preferred
• Basic knowledge and familiarity with installing, maintaining and troubleshooting technology systems.

Level 3

• Certifications in technology subdomains preferred but not required (ie. Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• 1 year of experience in a specific (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.) cybersecurity subdomain is preferred
• CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred but not required.

Level 4

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Current CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or 18 months of experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).
• Certifications in technology subdomains preferred but not required (ie. Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.)

Level 5

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

5+ years of relevant experience or 2.5 years of experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.)

Current CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred

Certifications in technology subdomains preferred but not required (ie. Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).

Level 6

• 8+ years of relevant experience or 4 years of experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).
• Certifications in technology subdomains preferred (ie. Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• CISSP or other advanced security-related certification preferred

Level 7

• CISSP and other advanced security-related certification preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant technology based or cybersecurity experience or 5 years of experience in a specific cybersecurity subdomain (Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).
• Certifications in technology subdomains preferred (ie. Cloud, Applications, Infrastructure, Security Technology, etc.).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $108,632 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. 

Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.