Junior Information Security Analyst

Title: Junior Information Security Analyst

Date Posted October 20, 2026

Last Day to Respond to Posting October 30, 2026

Bargaining Unit CSEA

Job Group 12

Employment Type Full-Time

Starting Salary for External Candidates $70,314

Shift Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Appointment Type Permanent-Probationary

Division/Work Unit DISS

Location Rath Building 95 Franklin St. Buffalo, NY 14202

Number of Vacancies 1

Probationary Period Notice (If applicable)

Permanent appointments are subject to a probationary period. The probationary period provides an opportunity for the employee to demonstrate their ability to perform the duties of the position satisfactorily. During this time, performance and conduct will be evaluated to determine whether permanent status should be granted at the end of the probationary term.

NY-HELP (if applicable)

This position is being filled through the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program. For the duration of this program, this title has been reclassified to the non-competitive class. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be appointed on a non-competitive basis. In accordance with the program's guidelines, employees appointed under NY HELPS will be transitioned to permanent competitive status without further examination after successfully completing the satisfactory probationary service in the title.

Distinguishing Features of the Class 

The work involves assisting in providing for the security of the computer systems and network for the Division of Information and Support Services of Erie County. The incumbent carries out operational level security measures to protect the computer systems and network against infiltration, viruses, malware and cyber-attacks. The incumbent assists in monitoring computer systems and network proactively 

looking for potentially dangerous threats and determines the risk and remediation activities. The incumbent also researches information technology security vulnerabilities, alerts and threat trends. Supervision is not a function of the position. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Senior Information Security Analyst. Does related work as required.  

Typical Work Activities 

Assists in monitoring enterprise compliance with information technology security policies and procedures for systems and infrastructure; Assists in the implementation of information technology security controls and processes for systems and infrastructure; Monitors information technology systems, networks, and processes for security events; May gather information or perform related lower-level tasks involved in assessing and identifying vulnerabilities or security exposures within Erie county departments or agencies; Participates in response to systems and network security-related malicious events and potential computer attacks; Assists in vulnerability management including virus protection and version/patch management; Works with senior staff to implement intrusion detection and data loss prevention programs; May contribute to or participate in the planning for infrastructure design and review of software acquisitions/ upgrades; reviews to ensure appropriate level of systems and network security; May review applications and services supplied by information technology service providers for appropriate level of security controls; May instruct the work force on best procedures for information technology security; May monitor or compile information technology logs and reports; Participates in documenting and monitoring security controls, reports, and processes.

Minimum Qualifications 

A) Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree** in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber security or closely related field and one (1) year of experience in systems software, systems analysis, or application programming, and included experience in information security*; or: 

B) Possession of an Associate’s Degree** in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber security or closely related field and three (3) years of experience in systems software, systems analysis or application programming, of which two (2) years was experience in information security*; or: 

C) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).

NOTE 1: *Information security. for the purpose of qualifying applications is defined as the processes designed and implemented to protect information, systems, and networks against unauthorized access, use, or disruption utilizing various forms of technology. 

NOTE 2: *Per resolution presented to State Civil Service Commission, action approved and filed with the Department of State on October 24, 2025, under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (HELPS) Program, this title is temporarily reassigned to NON-COMPETITIVE Classification.

NOTE 3: **Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.

NOTE 4: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.

Criminal Background Check 

In accordance with New York State law, a criminal background check may be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made. A prior conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment, unless required by law or directly related to the duties of the position. Certain positions may be subject to additional background screening based on statutory or regulatory requirements. 

Remote Work Eligibility 

This position may be eligible for one remote workday per week, subject to departmental needs and supervisory approval, after successful completion of the probationary period. Participation in remote work is not guaranteed and may be modified or revoked at any time. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 

Erie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

Visa Sponsorship 

Erie County does not sponsor employment-based visa status for any position. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment, without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

If interested and meet the above qualifications, please follow the link below: 

https://www3.erie.gov/employment/job-postings